Asian U-19 Boxing: Ambekar Meetei, Aditya, Sikander star on Day 3 in Jakarta
Synopsis
India's U-19 boxers delivered four wins on Day 3 in Jakarta, with Ambekar Meetei's first-round RSC stoppage the pick of the bunch. The Boxing Federation of India's 20-strong U-19 squad is proving it has firepower across every weight class — a signal that India's youth boxing pipeline is in robust health heading into the business end of the Asian Championships.
Key Takeaways
Ambekar Meetei (50kg) beat Chinese Taipei's Qi-You Xiao via RSC in round one on Day 3 in Jakarta .
Aditya (55kg) defeated Kyrgyzstan's Daniel Tashtanbekov 5-0 ; Sikander (60kg) beat Korea's Taemin Yang 5-0 .
Devendra Choudhary (75kg) stopped Chinese Taipei's Sung-Lin Tsai via RSC in round two.
Prashant (70kg) lost narrowly to Kazakhstan's Bibarys Ashirvay in a 3-2 / 2-3 / 2-3 split across three rounds.
The Boxing Federation of India has fielded 20 boxers each in the U-19 and U-23 categories at the championships running 5–16 July in Jakarta.
India strengthened its position at the Asian U-19 & U-23 Boxing Championships on Day 3 in Jakarta with a string of commanding performances in the U-19 category on 7 July, headlined by Ambekar Meetei in the 50kg men's division delivering a ruthless first-round stoppage.
Ambekar Meetei Sets the Tone
Ambekar Meetei (50kg) was at his dominant best, dispatching Chinese Taipei's Qi-You Xiao via RSC in the opening round. The Manipuri boxer barely gave his opponent a moment to settle, controlling every exchange from the first bell and forcing the referee's intervention well before the round was out.
Aditya and Sikander Deliver Flawless Wins
In the boys' division, Aditya (55kg) produced a polished display to beat Kyrgyzstan's Daniel Tashtanbekov by a unanimous 5-0 scoreline. Sikander (60kg) matched that margin, turning in a clinical 5-0 verdict over Korea's Taemin Yang. Both results underline the depth India has assembled across the lighter weight categories.
Devendra Choudhary Adds a Fourth Win
Devendra Choudhary (75kg) continued India's momentum with a second-round RSC victory over Chinese Taipei's Sung-Lin Tsai, reinforcing that the country's U-19 strength is not confined to the lower weights. The win gave India four victories in the day's U-19 bouts.
Prashant Falls in a Close Contest
Not all went India's way. Prashant (70kg) was edged out in a tightly contested three-round bout against Kazakhstan's Bibarys Ashirvay. After dropping the first round 4-1, Prashant rallied to take the second 3-2, only to narrowly lose the deciding round 3-2 as well — a result that reflects competitive spirit even in defeat.
India's Broader Campaign in Jakarta
The Boxing Federation of India has fielded 20 boxers in each of the U-19 and U-23 age groups at the championships, which run from 5 to 16 July in Jakarta, Indonesia. Earlier in the tournament, World Boxing Futures Cup gold medallist Chandrika Pujari registered a 5-0 unanimous win over Mongolia's Lakham Tsendbaatar in the girls' 51kg category, while silver medallist Joyshree Devi forced a second-round RSC against Chinese Taipei's Chen Ning Hong in the girls' 54kg division. The championships serve as a key proving ground as India's youth programme builds toward elite continental and global competition.
Point of View
Not just physical dominance. Prashant's near-miss at 70kg against Kazakhstan is the only real caveat, and even that loss came in a three-round decider — hardly a collapse. The real test will come in the semifinals and finals, where Asian heavyweights like Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan typically tighten the margins considerably.
NationPress
7 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How did India perform on Day 3 of the Asian U-19 Boxing Championships?
India won four of five bouts on Day 3 in Jakarta on 7 July. Ambekar Meetei, Aditya, Sikander, and Devendra Choudhary all won, while Prashant lost a close three-round contest to Kazakhstan's Bibarys Ashirvay.
Who is Ambekar Meetei and what did he achieve?
Ambekar Meetei is an Indian boxer competing in the 50kg category at the Asian U-19 Championships. He defeated Chinese Taipei's Qi-You Xiao via RSC in the first round on Day 3 in Jakarta, demonstrating complete control of the bout.
When and where are the Asian U-19 & U-23 Boxing Championships being held?
The championships are being held in Jakarta, Indonesia, from 5 to 16 July. India has fielded 20 boxers in each of the U-19 and U-23 age groups.
Who else has impressed for India earlier in the tournament?
World Boxing Futures Cup gold medallist Chandrika Pujari won 5-0 against Mongolia's Lakham Tsendbaatar in the girls' 51kg category, while silver medallist Joyshree Devi secured a second-round RSC against Chinese Taipei's Chen Ning Hong in the girls' 54kg division on the opening day.
What is the significance of these championships for Indian boxing?
The Asian U-19 & U-23 Boxing Championships are a key platform for India's youth boxers to gain international exposure and benchmark themselves against Asia's best. Strong performances here feed directly into the pipeline for senior national and international competitions.
