India Sends a 56-Member Team to the Asian U-15 & U-17 Boxing Championships in Jordan

Synopsis

India has sent a contingent of 56 young boxers to compete in the inaugural Asian U-15 & U-17 Boxing Championships in Amman, Jordan. This team includes 30 U-15 and 26 U-17 athletes, showcasing the nation's commitment to fostering future boxing talents as they aim for Olympic success in 2036.

Key Takeaways

56-member youth boxing team from India.
30 U-15 and 26 U-17 boxers.
First Asian Boxing event endorsed by Olympic Council of Asia.
Strong performances expected from medal winners.
Significant focus on grassroots development in Indian boxing.

New Delhi, April 18 (NationPress) India has assembled a 56-member youth boxing team - comprising 30 U-15 and 26 U-17 boxers - for the Asian U-15 & U-17 Boxing Championships taking place in Amman, Jordan. This marks the inaugural event hosted by Asian Boxing, receiving endorsements from both the Olympic Council of Asia and the newly established World Boxing.

The team, along with coaches and officials, departed for Amman on April 17, with preliminary matches set to commence on April 19 following the draw on April 18.

Prominent names in the U-17 boys’ category include Sahil Duhan and Devansh, who earned silver and bronze medals, respectively, at the 2024 Asian Junior Championship, as well as Tikam Singh, who secured gold at the 2024 School Games Federation of India (SGFI).

On the girls’ front, Samiksha Singh, Anshika, and Khushi Chand were among the medalists at the 2024 Asian School Boys & Girls Boxing Championships held in Al Ain, UAE.

The U-15 roster features Ravi Sihag, a bronze medalist from the Asian School Boys Championship in Al Ain in 2024, alongside Trushna Mohite, the 2024 sub-junior national girls boxing champion (64-67 kg).

These young athletes signify the promising future of Indian boxing, especially as the country prepares to host the 2036 Olympics.

The Interim Committee has upheld the principles of the Boxing Federation of India by ensuring that every athlete receives the necessary support and opportunities to excel. The committee acted promptly to resolve previous issues and secure India’s involvement in this crucial championship.

Previously, the World Boxing-led Interim Committee, tasked with revitalizing Indian boxing, made pivotal decisions to enhance the grassroots framework and improve India’s medal chances in forthcoming international events.

Boys U-15:

Yash Nikam (33 KG), Sanskar Vinod Atram (35 KG), Harsil (37 KG), Prikshit Balahra (40 KG), Hardik (43 KG), Khaidem Rudraksh Singh (46 KG), Sanchit Jayani (49 KG), Ravi Sihag (52 KG), Nelson Khwairakpam (55 KG), Naman Saini (58 KG), Abhijeet (61 KG), Lakshay Phogat (64 KG), Arpit Bishnoi (67 KG), Parth (70 KG), Yamanveer Jawandha (+70 KG).

Girls U-15:

Komal (33 KG), Khushi (35 KG), Tamanna (37 KG), Svi (40 KG), Milky Meinam (43 KG), Yanshika (46 KG), S Linthoi Chanu (49 KG), Princi (52 KG), Samrudhhi Satish Shinde (55 KG), Navya (58 KG), Sunaina (61 KG), Kanishka Kumari Gorai (64 KG), Trushana Vinayak Mohite (67 KG), Manshi Malik (70 KG), Vanshika (+70 KG).

Boys U-17:

Kharb Dhruv (46 KG), Lairenlakpam Ambekar Meetei (48 KG), Dev Aman (50 KG), Singh Tikam (52 KG), Raghav Udham Singh (54 KG), Gariya Rahul (57 KG), Sahil (60 KG), Siwach Aman (63 KG), Deshmukh Anant Gaurishankar (66 KG), Khasa Anshul (70 KG), Sehrawat Priyansh (75 KG), Devansh (80 KG), Gulia Loven (+80 KG).

Girls U-17:

Khushi (44–46 KG), Jiya (46–48 KG), Ahaana Sharma (48–50 KG), Samiksha Singh (50–52 KG), Jannat (52–54 KG), L Radhamani (54–57 KG), Simranjeet Kaur (57–60 KG), Harsika (60–63 KG), Prachi (63–66 KG), Himanshi (66–70 KG), Sanvi (70–75 KG), Prachi Khatri (75–80 KG), Anshika (80–80+ KG).