Asian Boxing Championships: Nikhat and Lovlina Advance with Byes; Jadumani Faces Tough Opponent
Synopsis
As the Asian Boxing Elite Championships 2026 kick off in Mongolia, India's boxing team is ready to showcase their skills. With several athletes receiving byes, focus shifts to critical matchups that could define their campaign.
Key Takeaways
India's boxing team is set to compete in the Asian Boxing Championships 2026.
Several athletes have advanced with byes .
Jadumani Singh faces a tough challenge in the first round.
Significant matches in both men’s and women’s draws have been confirmed.
The tournament aims to showcase the skills of Indian boxers on an international stage.
New Delhi, March 29 (NationPress) The Indian boxing team is poised to kick off its journey in the Asian Boxing Elite Championships 2026, which commence in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on Monday. The draw has revealed significant opening matches and byes across various categories.
In the women’s category, Preeti Pawar is scheduled to compete against Elina Bazarova from Kazakhstan in the 54 kg division, while Priya faces Rimma Volossenko (KAZ) in the 60 kg. Minakshi will take on Japan’s Yuka Sadamatsu, and Pooja Rani squares off against Kazakhstan’s Nadezhda Ryabets. Notably, Nikhat Zareen, Jaismine Lamboria, Ankushita Boro, Arundhati Choudhary, Lovlina Borgohain, and Alfiya Patahan have advanced automatically due to their byes, as disclosed by the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) on Sunday.
On the men’s side, Vishvanath Suresh will begin his match against Bekzat Ergeshov (KGZ), while Jadumani Singh faces a challenging opponent, top seed Rui Yamaguchi (JPN), in the 55 kg category. Sachin competes against Buyandalai Bayarkhuu (MGL), Aditya Pratap Singh squares off with Mouda Alhawsaw (KSA), and Deepak confronts Khavasbek Asadullaev (UZB). Ankush and Narender also move forward with their byes, while Akash, Lokesh, and Harsh Choudhary prepare for crucial bouts in their respective categories.
With the matchups established, India aims for a strong performance as the competition kicks off on Monday.
Noteworthy Bouts & Byes:
Women:
48 kg: Minakshi vs Yuka Sadamatsu (JPN)
51 kg: Nikhat Zareen — BYE
54 kg: Preeti Pawar vs Elina Bazarova (KAZ)
57 kg: Jaismine — BYE
60 kg: Priya vs Rimma Volossenko (KAZ)
65 kg: Ankushita Boro — BYE
70 kg: Arundhati Choudhary — BYE
75 kg: Lovlina Borgohain — BYE
80 kg: Pooja Rani vs Nadezhda Ryabets (KAZ)
80+ kg: Alfiya Patahan — BYE
Men:
50 kg: Vishvanath Suresh vs Bekzat Ergeshov (KGZ)
55 kg: Jadumani Singh vs Rui Yamaguchi (JPN) (top seed)
60 kg: Sachin vs Buyandalai Bayarkhuu (MGL)
65 kg: Aditya Pratap Singh vs Mouda Alhawsaw (KSA)
70 kg: Deepak vs Khavasbek Asadullaev (UZB)
75 kg: Akash vs Yhlas Bagtyyarov (TKM)
80 kg: Ankush — BYE
85 kg: Lokesh vs Kim Gichae (KOR)
90 kg: Harsh Choudhary vs Tynystan Alybaev (KGZ)
90+ kg: Narender — BYE
Point of View
India's boxing team is well-prepared, with a mix of strategic matchups and byes. The focus will be on how well they can leverage their strengths against tough opponents, showcasing the talent and grit of Indian boxing on an international stage.
NationPress
20 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 taking place?
The Asian Boxing Championships 2026 are held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
Which Indian boxers received byes in the championships?
Nikhat Zareen, Jaismine Lamboria, Ankushita Boro, Arundhati Choudhary, Lovlina Borgohain, and Alfiya Patahan received byes.
Who is Jadumani Singh facing in the first round?
Jadumani Singh is facing Rui Yamaguchi from Japan, who is the top seed in his category.
What are the key matchups in the women's draw?
Key matchups include Preeti Pawar vs Elina Bazarova and Pooja Rani vs Nadezhda Ryabets.
How many Indian boxers are competing?
A total of several Indian boxers are competing across various weight categories, with notable matchups confirmed.
