Indian Boxing Team Set for International Tammer Tournament in Finland

The Indian boxing team, led by Commonwealth Games gold medalists, is set to participate in the 46th International Tammer Tournament in Finland. Scheduled from October 28 to November 2, this event aims to enhance the international experience of Indian boxers. The tournament will feature a mix of elite men's and women's weight categories, providing a platform for athletes to compete against top global talent. With a focus on building depth in Olympic weight categories, this tournament is crucial for the development of Indian boxing on the world stage.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 28, 2026, 16:10 IST

Indian Boxing Squad Announced for Finland Tournament

The Indian boxing team, featuring Commonwealth Games gold medalists Jaismine (57kg) and Arundhati Choudhary (70kg), is ready to compete at the 46th International Tammer Tournament in Tampere, Finland, scheduled from October 28 to November 2. This tournament aims to provide valuable international exposure to Indian boxers ranked third in the Olympic weight categories, alongside top competitors in Olympic divisions not included in the Asian Games, as stated in an official release.

Tournament Objectives and Schedule

This initiative seeks to expand the number of boxers with international experience and offers leading Indian athletes a chance to face foreign opponents. Organized by the Tampere Boxing Association, the tournament has been a staple in the international boxing calendar since 1977. The competition will take place from October 30 to November 1, featuring preliminary rounds on the first day, semifinals on October 31, and finals on November 1.

Team Roster and Competition Rules

The men's team includes Pawan Bartwal (55kg), Hussam Uddin Mohammed (60kg), Vivek Meena (65kg), Hitesh (70kg), Akshay (80kg), Bobin Chauhan (90kg), and Chetan Choudhary (90+kg). The women's team features Tanu (51kg), Aarti Dhariyal (54kg), Jaismine (57kg), Disha Vijay Patil (60kg), Ankushita Boro (65kg), Arundhati Choudhary (70kg), and Imroz Khan (75kg). The tournament will consist of 10 elite men's and seven elite women's weight categories, following World Boxing competition regulations.