Tashkent, May 9: Indian young boxers have delivered an impressive performance at the Asian Under-17 Boxing Championship, securing five medals. The matches are being held in Tashkent, where Indian boxers achieved strong victories in the quarter-finals to advance to the semi-finals.
In the 50 kg category, Yash Yadav defeated Kyrgyzstan’s Kubanichbek Bolushov with a score of 4-1. In the 54 kg category, Nivesh Pal recorded a one-sided victory against Japan’s Shingen Kanai, winning 5-0 to reach the semi-finals. Naman Kumar showcased his skills in the 70 kg category, defeating Tajikistan’s Ruzibek Miravotov 5-0. Similarly, in the 75 kg category, Lakshya Fogat triumphed over Chinese Taipei’s Cheng-En Li with a score of 5-0, securing a spot in the final four.
However, in the 60 kg category, Karung Albertson faced a defeat against Kazakhstan’s Amir Mukhit, losing 0-5. Ranveer also lost in the 66 kg category to Kazakhstan’s Islam Suleymanogly. Additionally, Siddhant’s journey in the 80+ kg category ended with a loss to Kazakhstan’s Sabirjan Sazim. Despite these setbacks, five Indian boxers have reached the semi-finals, ensuring at least five medals for the country. The Indian team aims to enhance their performance in the semi-finals to reach the finals.
The women’s category also saw remarkable performances from India. In the Asian Under-15 and Under-17 Boxing Championship 2026, Indian boxers have secured a total of 12 medals so far. In the 46 kg category, Rakhi defeated her opponent from Chinese Taipei 5-0. Khushi started strong in the 48 kg category, winning against a Korean boxer in the first round via RSC.
In the 52 kg category, Mamta triumphed over a Jordanian boxer in the second round by RSC. Lakshmi secured a victory in the 54 kg category against Mongolia in the third round via RSC. Navya won 5-0 against her Chinese rival in the 57 kg category, while Ishika defeated a Mongolian boxer in the 60 kg category in the second round via RSC.
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