Indian Boxers Shine at Asian Championships 2026

Impressive Performances on Day 7

The Indian women's boxing team showcased remarkable talent on Day 7 of the Asian Boxing Championships 2026, held in Mongolia. Meenakshi and Jaismine both secured unanimous victories during the morning session, ensuring that every member of the women's team is positioned to win a medal ahead of the semifinals.

Women's Team Delivers Flawless Performance

In the women's 48kg category, Meenakshi displayed exceptional skill, defeating Japan's Yuka Sadamatsu with a unanimous 5-0 decision. Her performance was marked by sharp combinations and excellent ring control.

Similarly, Jaismine excelled in the 57kg division, overpowering China's Ziyi Chen with a commanding 5-0 victory, securing her spot in the semifinals.

These results highlight the Indian women's team's flawless performance, with each boxer ensuring a medal-winning position, demonstrating their depth and consistency on the continental stage.

Men's Contingent Advances to Semis

In the men's category, Lokesh (85kg) advanced to the next round with a decisive 5-0 win over Korea's Gichae Kim, showcasing his control and precision throughout the match. Akash followed suit with a dominant 5-0 victory against Turkmenistan's Yhlas Bagtyyarov, while Harsh Choudhary also performed strongly, defeating Kyrgyz Republic's Tynystan Alybaev to reach the semifinals.

India now boasts six boxers in the men's semifinals, reflecting a strong overall performance across various weight categories. However, Ankush (80kg) was eliminated after a loss to Jordan's Hussein Iashaish.

With several semifinal matches approaching, India's campaign at the Asian Championships is gaining significant momentum.