How Did India Perform at the Asian U-15, U-17 Boxing Championships?
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Synopsis
India's young boxers showcased their talent at the Asian U-15 and U-17 Boxing Championships in Amman, securing an impressive total of 15 gold medals. Join us as we celebrate their achievements and look ahead to the future of Indian boxing.
Key Takeaways
- India achieved 15 gold medals in total.
- Third place in overall standings.
- Strong performance from the U-17 girls, adding four golds.
- U-15 girls led the way with 10 gold medals.
- BFI president Ajay Singh commended the young boxers.
Amman, May 1 (NationPress) India wrapped up its participation at the Asian U-15 & U-17 Boxing Championships organized by the newly established Asian Boxing federation, achieving a remarkable haul of 15 gold, 6 silver, and 22 bronze medals, securing the third position in the overall medal rankings.
India equaled Uzbekistan’s gold count and finished just behind Kazakhstan, which topped the leaderboard.
The final day witnessed the U-17 team adding four more gold medals, all from the girls’ category, concluding a successful campaign for the Indian squad in Amman. Khushi Chand (46 kg) narrowly defeated Mongolia’s Altanzul Altangadas in a challenging 3:2 decision, while Ahaana Sharma (50 kg) and Jannat (54 kg) achieved convincing 5:0 victories against competitors from Uzbekistan.
The last gold was secured by Anshika (80+ kg), who triumphed over Jordan’s Jana Alalawneh with a first-round RSC, marking India’s 15th title of the championships.
From Amman, Ajay Singh, president-chairman of the BFI interim committee, praised the young athletes, stating, “Our young boxers have made us proud on this continental platform! Finishing with 15 gold medals and ranking among the top three nations is a gratifying achievement for us all. These athletes represent the future of Indian boxing. I commend each member of our U-15 and U-17 teams for their bravery, determination, and skill. With this solid foundation, I am confident we will see many of them competing on the Olympic stage in the future.”
In the boys’ U-17 category, Devansh (80kg) claimed silver after a 0:5 defeat against Kazakhstan’s Mukhamedali Rustembek. The Indian U-17 men’s team concluded the event with one silver and six bronze medals. On the girls’ side, Simranjeet Kaur (60kg) and Harsika (63kg) contributed two additional silvers, leading the Indian U-17 women to finish with four golds, two silvers, and five bronze medals.
The U-15 team brought home the highest number of gold medals, totaling 11, led by the girls' squad, who captured 10 out of the 15 available golds, winning every final they competed in on the second-to-last day of the championships.
Point of View
I believe this achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our young athletes. The success at the Asian U-15 and U-17 Boxing Championships is a testament to the potential of Indian boxing on an international level. With continued support and training, we can expect to see these young talents represent our nation proudly in the years to come.
NationPress
01/05/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many gold medals did India win?
India won a total of 15 gold medals at the Asian U-15 & U-17 Boxing Championships.
What was India's overall standing?
India finished third in the overall medal standings at the championships.
Which country topped the medal table?
Kazakhstan topped the medal table at the championships.
Who is the president of the BFI?
Ajay Singh is the president-chairman of the BFI interim committee.
What was the performance of the U-15 contingent?
The U-15 contingent secured the highest number of golds, with 11 gold medals, mainly from the girls' team.
