Priya Shines at Asian Boxing Championships 2026 with Dominant Victory

Day 2 Highlights from Ulaanbaatar

Ulaanbaatar [Mongolia], March 31: In an impressive display of skill, India's Priya secured a commanding 5:0 victory, while Jadumani Singh narrowly lost in a thrilling match on the second day of the Asian Boxing Championships 2026.

Competing in the women's 60kg division, Priya showcased her prowess by defeating Kazakhstan's Rimma Volossenko with a unanimous decision of 5-0. Her performance was marked by exceptional control and composure, allowing her to advance to the next round.

Next, she is set to face China's Chengyu Yang, the second seed in her category, in what is anticipated to be an exciting matchup, according to a statement from the Boxing Federation of India (BFI).

In the men's 55kg category, Jadumani engaged in a fiercely contested bout against Japan's Rui Yamaguchi, ultimately losing by a narrow 2-3 split decision. Yamaguchi, the top seed, entered the tournament with impressive credentials, including a silver medal from the Astana event and a bronze from the Boxing World Cup Finals, making him a strong contender.

Despite the challenge posed by such a seasoned opponent, Jadumani fought valiantly, matching Yamaguchi blow for blow, resulting in one of the day's most closely contested matches.

The Indian team continues to demonstrate a mix of dominant performances and hard-fought battles as they progress through the early stages of the tournament.

The Asian Boxing Championships 2026 brings together elite boxing talent from across Asia, with each match being pivotal in determining the path to the medal rounds.