The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) is set to usher in a new chapter in domestic boxing with the 9th Men’s and 9th Women’s National Boxing Championships, scheduled to be held simultaneously for the first time, from December 31, 2025, to January 6, 2026, at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida. The official draw ceremony on…
The World Boxing Cup 2026 series is set to become the most important competitive pathway in amateur boxing, arriving at a moment when the global governance of the sport is undergoing its most consequential shift in decades. With Brazil, China, and Uzbekistan confirmed as hosts for the three stages culminating in the World Boxing Cup…
The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has announced the appointment of Santiago Nieva as the Head Coach of the Indian Women’s National Boxing Team, signalling a major strategic move ahead of a crucial Olympic cycle. The Swedish high-performance expert, who previously served as India’s High Performance Director from 2017 to 2021, returns at a moment…
As global amateur boxing undergoes its most dramatic governance upheaval in decades, one figure stands at the center of the sport’s historic transformation: Gennadiy Golovkin. The next President of World Boxing (WB), Golovkin is poised to shape the destiny of a sport that nearly lost its Olympic status. His arrival represents more than a routine…
The World Boxing Cup Finals 2025, Greater Noida, came to a conclusion yesterday. The event was the season ending Marquee event of World Boxing, and a culmination of the World Boxing Cup Series. Team India put together a dominant performance as expected, winning a medal in each of the 20 categories,10 per gender. Indian puglists…
India produced a performance of historic scale at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025, finishing with an extraordinary nine gold medals, their highest-ever tally at a global boxing event. Competing at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex, India’s 20-member contingent delivered a flawless collective campaign every single boxer finished on the podium, contributing to…
India delivered its most commanding performance yet at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025, sending an unprecedented 15 boxers into Thursday’s gold-medal bouts the highest among all competing nations in this elite eight-boxer-per-category championship. Headlining India’s charge were reigning World Champion Jaismine Lamboria (57kg) and two-time former World Champion Nikhat Zareen (51kg), both of whom…
India’s remarkable run at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025 gathered even greater momentum on Wednesday as reigning World Champion Jaismine Lamboria (57kg) produced another flawless display to enter the final at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex. With a commanding 5:0 victory over Kazakhstan’s Ulzhan Sarsenbek, the former Asian Youth Champion, Jaismine once…
India enjoyed its most commanding day yet at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025, with eight boxers entering the gold-medal round across the afternoon and evening sessions at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex. The headline moment came from Preeti Pawar (54kg), who produced one of the biggest upsets of the tournament by defeating…
Arundhati Choudhary produced a career-defining performance on her international return, stopping Germany’s Leonie Müller one of the most consistent performers across all three stages of the 2025 World Boxing Cup Finals via RSC to headline a flawless Day 3 for India at the World Boxing Cup Finals in Greater Noida. Her emphatic victory set the…
As boxing approaches the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, its global governance, World Boxing stands at one of the most consequential turning points in the sport’s history. World Boxing (WB), formed barely two years ago as a reform-driven alternative to the suspended International Boxing Association (IBA), now carries the provisional mandate to run Olympic boxing an…
India delivered one of its most commanding collective displays at a global boxing event as all five Indian men’s boxers competing on Day 2 of the World Boxing Cup Finals advanced to the semifinals, confirming medals across both the afternoon and evening sessions at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida. The…
India launched its campaign at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025 in Greater Noida with a commanding display across weight categories, delivering four confident victories in the opening session. From precise technical execution to sharp tactical adjustments, the Indian squad demonstrated the readiness and discipline expected at a high-profile international event. With the tournament carrying…
The World Boxing Cup Finals 2025, the season ending marquee event organized by World Boxing, kicks off Today in Greater Noida, India. Close to 110 Boxers from 18 different countries are set to battle it out across 10 weight categories each in men’s and women’s,for the season ending title. The World Boxing Cup Finals is…
The World Boxing Cup Finals 2025 will officially raise the curtain on Sunday at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex, marking the start of a landmark five-day celebration of elite global boxing. With more than 120 world-class athletes from 15 nations arriving in Greater Noida, India finds itself at the centre of the boxing…
India’s young boxers delivered a landmark performance at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025, producing their best-ever medal tally in the sport at the continental event. With four golds, two silvers, and one bronze, the Indian contingent stamped their authority in Manama, Bahrain, and announced the arrival of a new generation of boxing talent. It…
India’s young boxing contingent delivered one of its finest performances at the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, with three gold medals and one silver adding to the nation’s growing dominance in youth boxing. The trio of Khushi Chand, Ahaana Sharma, and Chandrika Pujari clinched top honours in their respective weight categories, while Lanchenba Moibungkhongbam…
The boxing world will turn its attention to Greater Noida next month as India prepares to host the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025 at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex from November 14 to 21. The season-ending event will feature more than 140 boxers from 18 nations, including three Paris Olympic medalists, making it…
Five girls and one boy storm into the gold medal bouts, marking India’s most successful youth boxing campaign at the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain Indian boxing’s next generation delivered a statement performance at the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, as six young pugilists five girls and one boy stormed into the finals,…
India’s next generation of boxing stars continued to light up the ring at the Asian Youth Games 2025, producing one of the most dominant collective performances in recent memory. With five boxers storming into the finals from the morning session and two more semifinal bouts still to come in the evening, Indian boxing’s depth and…
India’s young boxing brigade continued its strong run at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025, with another day of stellar performances in Manama. The country’s next generation of pugilists displayed impressive control, power, and tactical maturity as Lamchemnba Moibungkhongbam, Raghav Udham Singh, and Anant Deshmukh registered comprehensive wins on Saturday, following equally dominant victories from…
India’s young boxers continued to light up the ring at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025 in Bahrain, extending their winning streak with a series of commanding performances across multiple weight categories. The Indian contingent registered five impressive victories over the last two days, underlining the nation’s growing dominance in youth boxing. On Saturday, Lamchenmba…
India’s young boxing contingent began their campaign at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025 in emphatic fashion, with Khushi Chand and Chandrika Bhoreshi Pujari delivering confident, back-to-back victories in the preliminary rounds at Exhibition World Bahrain Hall 9. After a composed start on the opening day, Khushi Chand continued India’s momentum with a clinical display…
The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has announced the departure of a 23-member Indian boxing contingent to Manama, Bahrain, for the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025, scheduled from October 23 to 30. The young squad, comprising 14 weight categories seven each for boys and girls in the U-17 age group is set to take on…
The inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025, held in Liverpool from September 4–14, proved to be a watershed moment for Indian boxing a campaign defined by contrast, resilience, and resurgence. In a tournament that brought together 540 boxers from 68 nations, India finished among the standout performers, thanks to a four-medal haul two golds, one silver,…
Forged in Gold: India’s Women World Boxing Champions When Mary Kom stood atop the podium in Antalya, Turkey, in 2002, clutching India’s first women’s world boxing title, few could have imagined the dynasty she was starting. Two decades on, India has produced ten world champions, who together have redefined the sport and the role of…
In a performance that will be remembered for years to come, Minakshi Hooda etched her name into Indian sporting history by winning the women’s 48kg gold medal at the 2025 World Boxing Championships. The 24-year-old boxer from India stunned Kazakhstan’s legendary Nazym Kyzaibay a three time World Champion and Olympic bronze medallist in the final,…
The World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool will be remembered as a watershed moment for Indian women’s boxing. On a high-voltage evening inside the Echo Arena, two Indian boxers Nupur Sheoran (+80kg) and Jaismine Lamboria (57kg) delivered commanding semifinal wins to storm into the finals of their respective categories. Their performances not only secured silver…
India’s campaign at the inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool reached an important milestone on Thursday, with Pooja Rani and Jaismine Lamboria assuring themselves of semifinal spots. Their victories added to Nupur’s earlier success, confirming three medals for India at the event so far. This marks a strong showing for the 20-member Indian contingent…
It was a day of commanding performances for Indian boxing at the ongoing Boxing World Championships, with Abhinash Jamwal, Jadumani Singh, Minakshi Hooda, and Nikhat Zareen all advancing to the quarterfinals. Their wins pushed India’s tally of quarterfinalists to seven, underlining the nation’s growing strength in the ring. Competing in the men’s 65kg division, Abhinash…
The inaugural World Boxing Championships Liverpool 2025 has reached its most decisive stage yet: the quarterfinals. Scheduled for September 10, the day carries monumental significance not only for the athletes stepping into the ring but also for the sport itself. Victories today mean more than just advancement to the semi-finals. They guarantee a place on…
The World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool proved to be a challenging outing for Indian pugilists on Tuesday, as several boxers fell short in their respective bouts. While some losses were narrow and left room for debate, others highlighted tactical shortcomings and missed opportunities. By the end of the day, India had little to cheer…
India’s campaign at the inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool saw contrasting fortunes on Saturday. While two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen and Sachin Siwach advanced comfortably to the round of 16, Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain and newcomer Hitesh Gulia bowed out earlier than expected, raising questions about consistency and preparation at the elite…
The inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool has quickly become more than just a global showcase of skill it has emerged as the proving ground for nations preparing for the next Olympic cycle. For India, Day 3 of the competition stood out as a pivotal juncture, with five boxers ranging from proven world champions…
Day 2 of the World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool promises to be a pivotal one for India, as four of its pugilists step into the ring for their preliminary bouts. After Day 1 victories by Pawan Bartwal, Sakshi, and Sanamacha Chanu, the Indian contingent is looking to build momentum and strengthen its campaign at…
The Indian boxing contingent made a powerful statement on the opening day of the World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool, clinching three victories out of four bouts to set the tone for what promises to be a competitive campaign. While debutant Harsh Chaudhary faced an early exit, Pawan Bartwal, Sakshi Chaudhary, and Thokchom Sanamacha Chanu…
The World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool mark the beginning of a new era for the sport under the governance of World Boxing. For India, which has steadily built a reputation as a powerhouse in women’s boxing, the tournament is both an opportunity and a test. With a 10-member women’s contingent led by Nikhat Zareen…
The World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool marks the dawn of a new era for Olympic boxing. It is the first elite global tournament under World Boxing, the body that replaced the IBA after years of governance scandals. For India, the event is not only about medals but also about establishing itself in this transformed…
The 2025 Boxing World Championships enter another decisive day with four Indian boxers ready to step into the ring. With action spread across morning and evening sessions, India’s campaign will feature bouts in both men’s and women’s divisions. Morning Session (Starting 3:30pm IST) Pawan Bartwal – 55kg Men (Ring B, Bout 5 | ~4:30pm IST)…
When the World Boxing Championships 2025 kick off at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool on September 4, a new era for the sport will officially begin. This will be the inaugural edition under World Boxing, the newly established global governing body that has replaced the IBA, and India will arrive with a formidable 20-member…
Ajay Singh Re-Elected as Boxing Federation of India President in Landmark Elections, Pramod Kumar Secures Secretary General Post Pon Baskaran elected Treasurer to oversee financial stewardship of BFI The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) on Thursday concluded its much-anticipated elections, with Ajay Singh re-elected as President in a decisive contest. Singh, who has been at…
Nine out of ten women return with medals from U19 Asian Boxing Championships Bangkok; men’s finals yet to come Bangkok, August 10, 2025: India’s teenage women pugilists delivered a statement of intent at the U19 Asian Boxing Championships 2025, returning with a remarkable haul of nine medals from ten entries. On Sunday, Nisha (54 kg)…
It was a day of dominance for Indian boxing in Bangkok as ten Indian boxers, including seven women, booked their spots in the finals of the U19 Asian Boxing Championships 2025 with commanding performances in the semi-finals. The tournament, being held alongside the U22 Asian Boxing Championships, has further underlined India’s growing strength in the…
India’s medal tally at the U19 Asian Boxing Championships 2025 received a major boost on Thursday as five Indian male boxers punched their way into the semifinals, assuring themselves of at least a bronze. Their victories come on the heels of seven Indian women having already booked semifinal spots, taking India’s confirmed medal count in…
It was a dominant day for Indian boxing at the U22 Asian Boxing Championships 2025 in Bangkok as four Indian boxers Neeraj, Ishan Kataria, Yatri Patel, and Priya advanced to the finals of their respective categories with commanding semifinal wins on Wednesday. With their assured silver medals, the young pugilists now stand one win away…
India’s young boxing talent continued its impressive run at the 2025 U19 and U22 Asian Boxing Championships in Bangkok, Thailand, with seven women boxers in the U19 category assuring themselves of medals after storming into the semifinals on Tuesday. In a day that showcased grit, power, and composure, India’s contingent dominated the quarterfinals across multiple…
The Indian team’s campaign at the U19 Asian Boxing Championships 2025 in Bangkok began with a blend of promise and challenge, as the country’s young pugilists registered notable wins alongside a few hard-fought defeats in the opening days of competition. Held in the vibrant Thai capital, the championship offers a critical platform for India’s rising…
A fresh wave of Indian boxing talent has arrived on the Asian stage. A 40-member Indian contingent, blending promising first-timers with proven champions, will represent the nation at the Asian U19 and U22 Boxing Championships 2025, which kicked off today at the historic Indoor Stadium Huamark in Bangkok, Thailand. Running until August 12, the championship…
Indian boxing has seen many stars, but few stories shine brighter than that of Nikhat Zareen. As she gears up for the 2025 World Boxing Championships in Liverpool, England, her journey isn’t merely about adding another medal to an already illustrious cabinet. It’s about resilience, ambition, and the desire to redefine her own narrative after…
Indian boxing continues its upward march on the international stage, as the national contingent capped off a stellar campaign at the World Boxing Cup Astana 2025 with a record haul of 11 medals, including three golds, five silvers, and three bronzes. The second leg of the prestigious event, held in Kazakhstan’s capital, saw some of…
