Quick Info
| Profession | Boxer, MMA Fighter |
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| Nationality | Russian |
| Birthplace | Pyatigorsk, Russia |
Latest News about Anastasia Luchkina
01/07/2025
Anastasia Luchkina drew widespread criticism after a video circulated showing her giving an electronic cigarette to an orangutan at Taigan Safari Park in Crimea. Reports said the animal, Dana, later showed worrying changes in behavior and appetite, prompting concern from animal welfare observers and veterinarians.
22/06/2025
Luchkina made her professional boxing debut at the King of the Himalayan Ring event in Shimla, India, where she fought Indian boxer Vinakshi Dhota. She lost the bout, but the appearance marked an important step in her transition from amateur boxing into the professional ranks.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Anastasia Alekseevna Luchkina |
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| Controversy | Criticized for Giving Vape to Orangutan at A Safari Park |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Light Brown |
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| Hair Color | Golden Blonde |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Career
| Highlights |
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| Impact | The viral video sparked public outrage and may have serious repercussions on her sports career, leading to her removal from the Boets boxing club. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. The video showed her smoking and offering the vape to the orangutan named Dana, who imitated her actions. | |
| 2. Anastasia later claimed the video was meant for attention and even suggested it might not be genuine, citing artificial intelligence. | |
| 3. Dana, the orangutan involved in the incident, is listed as an endangered species and had been ill at the time of the event, raising concerns over her health due to the vape. | |
| 4. She has fought five amateur boxing matches and won one of them by split decision. | |
| 5. Following the controversy, the Russian Boxing Federation stated it would review her behaviour through its ethics committee, with President Umar Kremlev calling her actions wrong and against sports values. | |
| 6. She was removed from the Boets boxing club in Pyatigorsk by her coach and club director Vladimir Akatov, who said she embarrassed herself in front of the whole country. |