Tashkent, May 9: Indian young boxers delivered an impressive performance at the Asian Under-17 Boxing Championship, securing five medals. The matches are being held in Tashkent, where Indian athletes achieved strong victories in the quarter-finals to advance to the semi-finals.
In the 50 kg weight 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 over Japan’s Shingen Kanai, winning 5-0 to reach the semi-finals. Naman Kumar also excelled in the 70 kg category, beating 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 place in the final four.
However, in the 60 kg category, Karung Albertson faced a setback, losing 0-5 to Kazakhstan’s Amir Mukhit. Ranveer also suffered defeat in the 66 kg category against Kazakhstan’s Islam Suleymanogly. Additionally, Siddhant’s journey in the 80+ kg category ended with a loss to Kazakhstan’s Sabirjan Sazim. Despite these losses, five Indian boxers have advanced to 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 showcased India’s strength. In the ongoing Asian Under-15 and Under-17 Boxing Championship 2026, Indian boxers have secured 12 medals so far. In the 46 kg category, Rakhi defeated her opponent from Chinese Taipei 5-0. Khushi made a remarkable start in the 48 kg category by winning against her Korean opponent in the first round via RSC.
In the 52 kg category, Mamta triumphed over a Jordanian boxer in the second round by RSC. Lakshmi claimed victory in the 54 kg category against Mongolia in the third round via RSC. Navya won her match in the 57 kg category against her Chinese rival 5-0, while Ishika secured a win in the 60 kg category against a Mongolian opponent in the second round via RSC.
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