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Asian Boxing C'ships: India Assure Three Medals As Nikhat, Priya, Preeti Enter SF

World Boxing Cup Finals: India confirmed three medals at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 as Nikhat Zareen, Priya, and Preeti Pawar registered impressive victories to advance to the semifinals on Day 5 here on Friday. Leading the charge, Nikhat was in complete control in the womens 51kg quarterfinal, sealing a first-round RSC victory over Xian Baguhin (PHI) in a dominant outing. She now faces her toughest test yet against Chinas Wu Yu, the Paris 2024 Olympic gold medallist, in the semifinals. In the womens 60kg category, Priya showcased composure and tactical maturity to defeat Chinas Chengyu Yang by 4-1, continuing her impressive run in the tournament. She will next take on Mongolias Namuun Monkhor for a place in the final. Meanwhile, in the womens 54kg category, Preeti Pawar, the gold medallist at the World Boxing Cup Finals, delivered one of the most clinical performances of the day, outclassing Munguntsetseng (MGL) with a 5-0 unanimous decision victory. Preeti is set to face a formidable opponent in Koreas Im Aeji, the Paris 2024 Olympic bronze medallist and 2025 World Championships bronze medallist, in what promises to be a gripping semifinal clash. In the mens 70kg category, Deepak exited the competition following a 1-4 defeat to Jordans Zeyad Eashash in the quarterfinals. With three medals already secured and a place in the finals at stake, Indias campaign continues to gather momentum at the continental showpiece. Earlier on Thursday, competing in the mens 65kg category, the reigning national champion Aditya outclassed Saudi Arabias Mousa Alhawsaw with a 5-0 unanimous decision win, maintaining control and precision throughout the bout. With three medals already secured and a place in the finals at stake, Indias campaign continues to gather momentum at the continental showpiece. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He will take on Uzbekistans Abdulloh Madaminov in what is expected to be a closely contested bout. Article Source: IANS

3 Apr 2026 4:44 pm