Ankushita Boro, Nikhat Zareen Progress Into The Semifinals Of Elite Women’s Boxing Tournament
Former youth world champion Ankushita Boro, Olympic bronze medalist Lovlina Borgohain, and two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen delivered emphatic wins to enter the semifinals of the Elite Women’s Boxing Tournament in Hyderabad. The tournament, organized by the Telangana Boxing Federation and backed by the BFI, is a crucial platform to identify talent for the elite national camp in Patiala, with top-tier boxers and emerging stars battling it out across weight categories.
Two-time World Champion Nikhat Zareen, Olympic Medalist Lovlina Borgohain To Star In Elite Women’s Boxing Tournament In Telangana
India’s top women boxers, including World Champion Nikhat Zareen, Olympic medalist Lovlina Borgohain, and rising stars like Ankushita Boro and Arundhati Chaudhary, are set to compete at the Elite Women’s Boxing Tournament in Telangana from June 27 to July 1. With over 100 contenders from across 15 teams, the tournament offers not only national glory but also a coveted chance to enter the elite national camp in Patiala. Organized by the Telangana Boxing Federation, this competition is a key step in building India’s bench strength for global boxing success.
World Boxing Makes Sex Testing Compulsory For All Boxers
World Boxing has introduced mandatory genetic sex testing for all boxers aged 18 and above, citing the need to ensure fairness and safety in competition. The new policy has immediate consequences for Algeria’s Olympic gold medallist Imane Khelif, who has been barred from upcoming events—including the Eindhoven Box Cup—until she undergoes the required testing. The decision comes amid renewed debates over gender eligibility in combat sports, following similar controversies at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
BFI Names 19-Boxer Squad for Thailand Open
The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has announced a 19-member squad for the 4th Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament 2025, scheduled in Bangkok from May 24 to June 1. The squad—comprising 10 men and 9 women—has been selected from the ongoing elite national camp at the Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports, Patiala, which is underway as the season builds toward key tournaments. The BFI followed its selection criterion, providing opportunities to silver medallists from the 2025 Elite Men’s and Women’s National Championships. Held under the aegis of Asian Boxing, the Thailand Open will see top national teams from across the continent compete, including powerhouses like China, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Japan, Korea, and host nation Thailand. India’s men’s squad: Naothoi Singh Kongkham (47–50kg), Pawan Bartwal (50–55kg), Nikhil (55–60kg), Amit Kumar (60–65kg), Hemant Yadav (65–70kg), Deepak (70–75kg), Dhruv Singh (75–80kg), Jugnoo (80–85kg), Naman Tanwar (85–90kg), and Anshul Gill (90kg+) India’s women’s squad: Yasika Rai (45–48kg), Tamanna (48–51kg), Abha Singh (51–54kg), Priya (54–57kg), Sanju (57–60kg), Saneh (65–70kg), Anjali (70–75kg), Lalfakmawii Ralte (75–80kg), and Kiran (80kg+). Also Read: Delhi GM Chess Open To Offer Record ₹1.21 Cr Prize Pool Speaking on the occasion, BFI President-Chairman, Interim Committee, Mr Ajay Singh said: “With the team set to leave for the Thailand Open, we’re entering a very exciting phase for Indian boxing. This marks the beginning of a packed international calendar, with the World Cup stage tournament in Kazakhstan, the World Championship in Liverpool, the World Cup Finals in New Delhi, and several key tournaments, including the Asian Championship, lined up towards the end of the year. We have prioritised performance and transparency in our selection process—every boxer has earned their place through hard work and consistency. The national camp is already underway, and with the level of talent and structure now in place, I believe we are well-positioned to make a strong global impact in the months ahead.” The Patiala camp initially brought together 60 male and 60 female boxers, shortlisted from standout performers at the 2025 Nationals and gold and silver medallists from the 2024 REC Combined National Talent Hunt in Rohtak and Chief of Army Staff Cup in Pune. Following a round of internal assessments, the pool was pruned to 40 in each category. This refined core group will continue training through June, with additional athletes from an upcoming Elite Women’s Competition joining in July. The Thailand Open marks an important international outing in India’s boxing calendar, providing a platform for elite boxers to test themselves against Asia’s best, with momentum building toward the World Boxing Cup later this year.The Sportz Planet Desk
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