The Athens 2004 bronze medalist was soundly beaten by Great Britain's James Degale 13-4, despite being 3-2 ahead in the first round.

Degale won three consecutive rounds 3-0, 4-1 and 4-0 to win the tie and book a place in the last 16.

Hikal was one of few Egyptian athletes expected to make impact in Beijing after his achievement in Athens for years ago.

Yasser Wins

Ramadan Yasser made up for his compatriot's loss as he marginally beat Belarus' Ramazan Magamedau in the Light Heavyweight round of 32.

The game was tied at 10-10, but the judges' decision came in favor of Egypt's Yasser who claimed the victory.