Asian Games boxing: Priya Ghanghas stuns Oh Yeonji 5-0, reaches quarterfinals
Synopsis
Priya Ghanghas didn't just win — she made a statement. A 5-0 shutout over two-time World medallist Oh Yeonji, complete with a standing count, signals that India's Commonwealth Games champion is in serious medal contention at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. Monday's quarterfinals could be the day India's boxing campaign turns from promising to historic.
Key Takeaways
Priya Ghanghas beat South Korea's Oh Yeonji via a unanimous 5-0 decision in the women's 60kg round of 16 at the Nishio Gymnasium on 26 September 2026 .
Priya faces Tajikistan's Mijgona Samadova in the quarterfinals on Monday ; a win guarantees a medal.
Kapil defeated Iran's Sam Estaki 5-0 in the men's 90kg round of 16 and meets South Korea's Kim Gichae next.
Jadumani Singh (CWG 2026 silver medallist) was eliminated by the Philippines' Carlo Paalam in the men's 55kg round of 16.
Parveen and Ankush have also advanced to the quarterfinals, giving India multiple boxing medal prospects at the Aichi-Nagoya Games 2026 .
Commonwealth Games gold medallist Priya Ghanghas delivered one of the standout performances of India's boxing campaign at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026, beating two-time World medallist Oh Yeonji of South Korea with a dominant 5-0 unanimous decision in the women's 60kg round of 16 at the Nishio Gymnasium on Saturday, 26 September. The win sends Priya into the quarterfinals and puts her one bout away from a guaranteed medal.
How Priya Dominated Round by Round
Priya controlled every phase of the contest, collecting scorecards of 30-27 (three judges) and 29-28 (two judges). She took the opening round 5-0, landing punches with precision and forcing a standing count on Oh — a measure of how heavily her sharp jabs overwhelmed the South Korean.
The second round was equally commanding, with Priya's left jabs again earning a 5-0 sweep. Oh came out more aggressively in the third, pushing for dominance, but Priya's composure at the counter saw her edge that round 3-2, sealing the match.
What Is Next for Priya
Priya will now face Tajikistan's Mijgona Samadova in the quarterfinals on Monday. A victory there will secure a place in the semifinals and, with it, a guaranteed Asian Games medal — a significant milestone given her standing in women's boxing.
Kapil Through, Jadumani Exits
In the men's draw, Kapil also advanced after defeating Iran's Sam Estaki via a unanimous 5-0 verdict in the men's 90kg round of 16. He will meet South Korea's Kim Gichae in the last eight on Monday.
However, CWG 2026 silver medallist Jadumani Singh was eliminated from the men's 55kg category, losing his round of 16 bout to the Philippines' Carlo Paalam. Paalam, a former Olympic medallist, was always considered a formidable opponent in the draw.
India's Broader Boxing Campaign
India's boxing contingent has built considerable momentum at Nishio. Parveen and Ankush had already secured quarterfinal berths in their respective categories before Saturday's bouts. Parveen, competing in the women's 65kg bracket, reached the last eight after receiving a walkover from Tajikistan's Malika Nozimova in the round of 16 on Thursday. Notably, Parveen had her bronze medal withdrawn from the Hangzhou Asian Games — making her quarterfinal appearance at these Games carry particular significance. She will face reigning world silver medallist Navbakhor Khamidova of Uzbekistan in the next round.
With multiple boxers in the quarterfinals, India's medal tally from boxing at the Aichi-Nagoya Games 2026 looks set to grow heading into a critical Monday.
Point of View
And forcing a standing count signals Priya is peaking at the right time. The bigger picture: India's boxing programme has quietly rebuilt after the Hangzhou medal controversy, and this Asiad could be its most productive in years. The real measure, however, is whether these quarterfinals convert — India has historically been better at reaching the last eight than at winning through it.
NationPress
26 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Priya Ghanghas win her round of 16 bout at the Asian Games 2026?
Priya Ghanghas defeated South Korea's Oh Yeonji with a unanimous 5-0 decision in the women's 60kg category at the Nishio Gymnasium on 26 September 2026. She won all three rounds, forced a standing count in the first, and collected scorecards of 30-27 and 29-28 from the five judges.
Who will Priya Ghanghas face in the quarterfinals at the Asian Games?
Priya will face Tajikistan's Mijgona Samadova in the women's 60kg quarterfinals on Monday. A win would secure Priya a place in the semifinals and guarantee her an Asian Games medal.
Did Kapil advance at the Asian Games 2026?
Yes, Kapil defeated Iran's Sam Estaki via a unanimous 5-0 decision in the men's 90kg round of 16. He is scheduled to face South Korea's Kim Gichae in the quarterfinals on Monday.
Why was Jadumani Singh eliminated from the Asian Games 2026?
CWG 2026 silver medallist Jadumani Singh lost his men's 55kg round of 16 bout to the Philippines' Carlo Paalam and was eliminated from the tournament. No further details on the scoreline were available.
How many Indian boxers are in the quarterfinals at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games?
At least four Indian boxers — Priya Ghanghas, Kapil, Parveen, and Ankush — have advanced to the quarterfinals in their respective categories. Parveen, who had her Hangzhou bronze medal withdrawn, is one win away from securing a medal at these Games.
