Bradford Police Amateur Boxing Club have launched a double bid for success in the Schools’ ABA Championships.

Harris Akhbar and Hamed Ghaznewal will carry their hopes into the semi-final stage of the competition after progressing through the Yorkshire heats in Wakefield.

Ghaznewal stormed through with a third-round stoppage win in the 52kg category after dominating his opponent.

Akhbar, boxing at 57kg, advanced without throwing a punch after receiving two byes.

The Midland Area stage takes place on February 12, with spots in the national finals up for grabs.

Coach Julian Cyprien said: “I’m sure they can both go through.”