Tashkent, May 8: 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 boxers clinched 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 achieved a dominant 5-0 victory against Japan’s Shingen Kanai to reach the semi-finals. Naman Kumar also shone in the 70 kg category, winning 5-0 against Tajikistan’s Ruzibek Miravotov. Similarly, in the 75 kg category, Lakshya Fogat triumphed over Taiwan’s Cheng-En Li with another 5-0 win, securing a spot in the final four.
However, Karung Albertson faced a setback in the 60 kg category, losing 0-5 to Kazakhstan’s Amir Mukhit. 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 defeat against 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.
In the women’s category, India has also showcased remarkable talent. 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 made a strong start by winning against a Korean boxer in the first round via RSC in the 48 kg category.
Mamta overcame a Jordanian boxer in the second round via RSC in the 52 kg category, while Lakshmi secured an RSC victory against Mongolia in the third round of the 54 kg category. Navya won 5-0 against her Chinese rival in the 57 kg category, and Ishika achieved victory against a Mongolian boxer in the second round via RSC in the 60 kg category.