While Gulia, Jamwal, Lovlina have a bye in the opening round, Nikhat Zareen will take on Jennifer Lozana of USA, as per a press release from Boxing Federation of India (BFI).
"Our preparation in Sheffield has been nothing short of exceptional. This team is a powerful mix of seasoned campaigners who have stood on the podium before, and a new wave of incredibly talented young boxers who are ready to make their mark. The belief we have in this group is absolute, and
India's junior boxers won seven gold medals, seven silver medals, and 12 bronze medals, making a total haul of 26 medals at the 3rd "Belt and Road" International Youth Boxing Gala - U17/U19/U23 International Training Camp & Tournament in Xinjiang, China, highlighting their strong performance
India's junior boys and girls stole the spotlight with a string of strong wins at the 3rd "Belt and Road" International Youth Boxing Gala - U17/U19/U23 International Training Camp & Tournament, in Xinjiang, China. With 26 semifinalists, India has ensured a tally of 26 confirmed medals.
India's young boxers are making their presence felt at the 3rd "Belt and Road" International Youth Boxing Gala - U17/U19/U23 International Training Camp & Tournament, currently underway in Xinjiang, China, from August 15 to 30, 2025.
The move is part of BFI's continued efforts to give Indian boxers international exposure and the best possible preparation by ensuring they acclimatise to conditions well before the tournament.
A 59-member Indian contingent arrived in Urumqi, Xinjiang, China, to participate in the 3rd "Belt and Road" International Youth Boxing Gala - U17/U19/U23 International Training Camp & Tournament, scheduled from August 15-30, 2025.
A 59-member Indian contingent reached Urumqi, Xinjiang, China, to participate in the 3rd "Belt and Road" International Youth Boxing Gala - U17/U19/U23 International Training Camp and Tournament, scheduled from August 15 to 30.
The 10-day meet brought together some of the best boxing talent in India, with U19 boxers finishing second on the table, while the U22 boxers taking the fourth place. A total of 40 boxers, 20 from each group, were sent for the tournament, as per the Olympics.com.
Of the 10 women boxers in the U19 fray, nine will return with medals - including two golds, five silvers, and two bronzes - showcasing India's status as an emerging powerhouse alongside countries like Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and China.
Women boxers Nisha (54kg), Muskan (57kg), Vini (60kg), Nisha (65kg), Aarti Kumari (75kg), Parchi Tokas (80+kg) along with Mausam Suhag (65kg), Rahul Kundu (75kg) and Hemant Sangwan (90kg) in the men's event have reached the final. Kritika (80kg) has a direct entry in the final, as per a pres
Five Indian men pugilists will join their seven women compatriots in the semi-finals of the U19 Asian Boxing Championships 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, on Thursday after registering convincing victories to reach the semi-finals of their respective weight categories and assure themselves of a m