India’s youth boxing contingent delivered another strong performance at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok, registering five victories on the third day of competition and reinforcing the country’s growing depth in age-group boxing.
The wins came across both the morning and evening sessions, with Indian boxers dominating multiple bouts against international opponents.
The tournament, being held from March 8 to 15 in Bangkok, features promising young boxers from across the world competing in Youth Olympic weight categories. The event serves as a crucial platform for emerging athletes to gain international exposure and prepare for the pathway toward the Youth Olympic Games later this year in Dakar, Senegal.
Strong Start in the Morning Session
India began Day 3 with impressive performances in the morning session, securing three victories.
Chandrika Pujari delivered a composed display in the women’s 50kg category, defeating her Venezuelan opponent with a 5-0 unanimous decision. Pujari dominated the bout with sharp combinations and effective ring control, ensuring a convincing victory that set the tone for the Indian team’s strong day.
Another standout performer was Joyshree Devi in the women’s 54kg division, who continued her excellent run in the tournament. Joyshree overwhelmed her opponent from Kazakhstan, forcing the referee to stop the contest in the third round (RSC) after a series of sustained attacks. The stoppage win highlighted her attacking prowess and confirmed her as one of India’s key performers in the competition.
India’s success in the morning session was further strengthened in the men’s division when L. Ambekar produced a dominant performance in the 50kg category. Ambekar outclassed his Ecuadorian opponent to secure a 5-0 unanimous decision victory, showcasing technical precision and strong defensive discipline throughout the bout.
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These three victories ensured India maintained early momentum and placed the team in a strong position heading into the evening session.
The evening session saw two more Indian boxers add to the tally, completing a five-win day for the contingent. In the women’s 48kg category, Gunjan edged past her Italian opponent in one of the most competitive bouts of the day. The closely contested fight went the distance before Gunjan secured a 3-2 split decision victory, demonstrating resilience and composure under pressure.
Shortly afterward, Prachi produced one of the most dominant performances of the day in the women’s 60kg category. Facing an opponent from Ecuador, Prachi unleashed an aggressive start and forced a Referee Stopped Contest in the first round, sealing victory in emphatic fashion.
Her quick finish capped a near-perfect day for the Indian contingent, highlighting the attacking strength of the young Indian boxers competing in Bangkok.
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The five victories on Day 3 underline India’s strong presence in youth boxing and demonstrate the country’s increasing investment in developing the next generation of fighters.
The World Boxing Futures Cup is considered a key developmental event in the global boxing calendar. With competitors from numerous countries, the tournament provides a testing ground for young athletes to compete against diverse styles and gain valuable international experience.
For Indian boxers, the event also serves as an important preparation phase as they aim to qualify for and perform at the Youth Olympic Games, one of the most significant competitions for emerging athletes.
India’s promising performances in Bangkok follow a historic showing at the 2025 Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, where the country’s youth boxing team achieved its best-ever result at the continental level. On that occasion, the Indian contingent secured seven medals four gold, two silver, and one bronze, marking a significant milestone for the country’s age-group boxing programme.
Such results reflect the effectiveness of India’s talent identification and development systems, which are now producing a steady stream of young boxers capable of competing internationally.
With five victories on the third day, India’s youth boxers have strengthened their position in the competition and boosted confidence within the squad. The tournament will now move deeper into the preliminary rounds before progressing to the quarterfinals, semifinals, and finals later this week, where the strongest performers will battle for top honours.
For the Indian contingent, maintaining consistency will be key as they aim to convert their early success into medal-winning performances. As the competition continues in Bangkok, India’s young boxers will look to build on their momentum and further underline the country’s rising stature in international boxing.
With several promising talents already making their mark, the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 could become another important step in the journey of India’s next generation of boxing stars.
