India capped off a memorable campaign at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 with Vishvanath Suresh clinching gold in the men’s 50kg category, defeating Japan’s Daichi Iwai by a dominant 5:0 margin in the final. Sachin (60kg) added to the tally with a hard-fought silver medal, rounding off a strong showing for the men’s contingent. India finished second on the table with 5 golds, one fewer than Kazakhstan, but claimed the most medals overall, 16. The performance was headlined by a historic outing from the Indian women’s team, who topped the medal charts with 10 medals, including four gold, two silver, and four bronze, marking one of their finest showings at the continental level.&nbsp;Vishvanath’s gold marks a significant milestone in his rapid rise through the ranks. Having emerged through the national circuit with consistent performances, he has quickly established himself on the international stage.&nbsp;&nbsp;His campaign in Ulaanbaatar was particularly impressive, highlighted by his victory over a world number one en route to the final, underlining his temperament and ability to deliver against top opposition.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-was-finn-allen-not-out-kkr-react-to-controversial-catch-by-lsg-s-rathi-1775806659107">IPL 2026 | Was Allen not out? KKR react to controversial catch by LSG's Rathi</a>&nbsp;Speaking on the team’s performance, Boxing Federation of India President Ajay Singh said, “This has been a remarkable campaign for Indian boxing and for our women who have topped the medal charts with four gold medals. Our men's team was impressive again, especially young Vishva with his gold, whose performance shows the strength of our pipeline. What stands out is the depth of talent coming through, despite changes from the previous World Championships, this team has shown tremendous character and promise while claiming titles against some of the continent's toughest fighers. We are seeing a new wave of upcoming talent and multiple medal contenders stepping up on the big stage, which bodes extremely well for the future of Indian boxing.”&nbsp;Among the standout performers in women's team, Minakshi (48kg), Preeti (54kg), Priya (60kg), and Arundhati (70kg) delivered gold medal-winning performances, showcasing dominance across categories.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ayush-badoni-joins-kl-rahul-nicholas-pooran-in-elite-list-becomes-third-lsg-player-to-achieve-this-milestone-1775806736648">Badoni enters elite LSG list with Rahul, Pooran; third to reach this milestone</a>&nbsp;The team also saw strong contributions from Jaismine (57kg) and Alfiyan Pathan (80+kg), who secured silver medals, alongside four bronze medallists, underlining India’s consistency across the draw.&nbsp;The results reflect the growing strength of India’s boxing programme, with a steady pipeline of emerging athletes making their mark at the highest level.&nbsp;&nbsp;With a crucial phase of international competitions ahead, including key continental and global qualifiers, this performance reinforces India’s position as a strong force in Asian boxing while highlighting the readiness of its next generation to step up on the big stage.

Vishvanath’s gold marks a significant milestone in his rapid rise through the ranks. Having emerged through the national circuit with consistent performances, he has quickly established himself on the international stage. 

India capped off a memorable campaign at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 with Vishvanath Suresh clinching gold in the men’s 50kg category, defeating Japan’s Daichi Iwai by a dominant 5:0 margin in the final. Sachin (60kg) added to the tally with a hard-fought silver medal, rounding off a strong showing for the men’s contingent. India finished second on the table with 5 golds, one fewer than Kazakhstan, but claimed the most medals overall, 16. The performance was headlined by a historic outing from the Indian women’s team, who topped the medal charts with 10 medals, including four gold, two silver, and four bronze, marking one of their finest showings at the continental level. Vishvanath’s gold marks a significant milestone in his rapid rise through the ranks. Having emerged through the national circuit with consistent performances, he has quickly established himself on the international stage. His campaign in Ulaanbaatar was particularly impressive, highlighted by his victory over a world number one en route to the final, underlining his temperament and ability to deliver against top opposition. Also Read - IPL 2026 | Was Allen not out? KKR react to controversial catch by LSG's Rathi Speaking on the team’s performance, Boxing Federation of India President Ajay Singh said, “This has been a remarkable campaign for Indian boxing and for our women who have topped the medal charts with four gold medals. Our men's team was impressive again, especially young Vishva with his gold, whose performance shows the strength of our pipeline. What stands out is the depth of talent coming through, despite changes from the previous World Championships, this team has shown tremendous character and promise while claiming titles against some of the continent's toughest fighers. We are seeing a new wave of upcoming talent and multiple medal contenders stepping up on the big stage, which bodes extremely well for the future of Indian boxing.” Among the standout performers in women's team, Minakshi (48kg), Preeti (54kg), Priya (60kg), and Arundhati (70kg) delivered gold medal-winning performances, showcasing dominance across categories. Also Read - Badoni enters elite LSG list with Rahul, Pooran; third to reach this milestone The team also saw strong contributions from Jaismine (57kg) and Alfiyan Pathan (80+kg), who secured silver medals, alongside four bronze medallists, underlining India’s consistency across the draw. The results reflect the growing strength of India’s boxing programme, with a steady pipeline of emerging athletes making their mark at the highest level. With a crucial phase of international competitions ahead, including key continental and global qualifiers, this performance reinforces India’s position as a strong force in Asian boxing while highlighting the readiness of its next generation to step up on the big stage.

Vishvanath’s gold marks a significant milestone in his rapid rise through the ranks. Having emerged through the national circuit with consistent performances, he has quickly established himself on the international stage.&nbsp;

Asian Boxing Championships 2026: Vishvanath completes India's five-gold campaign

India confirmed three medals at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 as Nikhat Zareen, Priya and Preeti Pawar registered impressive victories to advance to the semifinals on Day 5 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Leading the charge, Nikhat Zareen was in complete control in the women’s 51kg quarterfinal, sealing a first-round RSC victory over Xian Baguhin (PHI) in a dominant outing. She now faces her toughest test yet against China’s Wu Yu, the Paris 2024 Olympic gold medallist, in the semifinals.&nbsp;In the women’s 60kg category, Priya showcased composure and tactical maturity to defeat China’s Chengyu Yang by 4-1, continuing her impressive run in the tournament. She will next take on Mongolia’s Namuun Monkhor for a place in the final.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/puka-nacua-lawsuit-attorney-says-rams-wr-entered-rehab-for-personal-growth-prior-to-anti-semitic-charges-1775194357459">NFL record-breaker WR Nacua enters rehab for ‘personal growth’ amid legal battle</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, in the women’s 54kg category, Preeti Pawar, the gold medallist at the World Boxing Cup Finals, delivered one of the most clinical performances of the day, outclassing Munguntsetseng (MGL) with a 5-0 unanimous decision victory.&nbsp;Preeti is set to face a formidable opponent in Korea’s Im Aeji, the Paris 2024 Olympic bronze medallist and 2025 World Championships bronze medallist, in what promises to be a gripping semifinal clash.In the men’s 70kg category, Deepak exited the competition following a 1-4 defeat to Jordan’s Zeyad Eashash in the quarterfinals.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-world-cup-2026-most-inaccessible-to-date-fifa-raises-final-ticket-prices-to-10-990-from-1-600-in-2022-1775189226291">FIFA raises top 2026 WC final ticket prices to $10,990 from $1,600 in 2022</a>&nbsp;With three medals already secured and a place in the finals at stake, India’s campaign continues to gather momentum at the continental showpiece.

With three medals already secured and a place in the finals at stake, India’s campaign continues to gather momentum at the continental showpiece.

India confirmed three medals at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 as Nikhat Zareen, Priya and Preeti Pawar registered impressive victories to advance to the semifinals on Day 5 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Leading the charge, Nikhat Zareen was in complete control in the women’s 51kg quarterfinal, sealing a first-round RSC victory over Xian Baguhin (PHI) in a dominant outing. She now faces her toughest test yet against China’s Wu Yu, the Paris 2024 Olympic gold medallist, in the semifinals. In the women’s 60kg category, Priya showcased composure and tactical maturity to defeat China’s Chengyu Yang by 4-1, continuing her impressive run in the tournament. She will next take on Mongolia’s Namuun Monkhor for a place in the final. Also Read - NFL record-breaker WR Nacua enters rehab for ‘personal growth’ amid legal battle Meanwhile, in the women’s 54kg category, Preeti Pawar, the gold medallist at the World Boxing Cup Finals, delivered one of the most clinical performances of the day, outclassing Munguntsetseng (MGL) with a 5-0 unanimous decision victory. Preeti is set to face a formidable opponent in Korea’s Im Aeji, the Paris 2024 Olympic bronze medallist and 2025 World Championships bronze medallist, in what promises to be a gripping semifinal clash. In the men’s 70kg category, Deepak exited the competition following a 1-4 defeat to Jordan’s Zeyad Eashash in the quarterfinals. Also Read - FIFA raises top 2026 WC final ticket prices to $10,990 from $1,600 in 2022 With three medals already secured and a place in the finals at stake, India’s campaign continues to gather momentum at the continental showpiece.

With three medals already secured and a place in the finals at stake, India’s campaign continues to gather momentum at the continental showpiece.

Asian Boxing Championships 2026: Nikhat, Priya, Preeti enter semis, seal three medals for India

India's Priya registered a dominant 5:0 win while Jadumani Singh pushed the top seed to the wire on Day 2 of the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 in Ulanbaatar. In the women’s 60kg category, Priya put on a clinical display to secure a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Kazakhstan’s Rimma Volossenko, showcasing control and composure throughout the bout to progress to the next stage. She will next face China’s Chengyu Yang, the No. 2 seed in the category, in what promises to be a high-quality contest.&nbsp;In the men’s 55kg category, Jadumani fought a closely contested bout against Japan’s Rui Yamaguchi, eventually going down 2-3 in a split decision. Yamaguchi, the No. 1 seed in the category, came into the tournament with strong credentials, including a silver medal at the Astana event and a bronze at the Boxing World Cup Finals, making him one of the favourites in the field.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/love-for-whistle-podu-family-rr-ravindra-jadeja-sinks-chennai-but-kisses-csk-badge-in-emotional-tribute-ipl-2026-viral-moment-1774955966176">IPL 2026: RR's Jadeja sinks Chennai but kisses CSK badge in emotional tribute</a>&nbsp;Despite facing a highly accomplished opponent, Jadumani matched him punch for punch, pushing the contest to the wire in what turned out to be one of the closest bouts of the day.&nbsp;With a mix of dominant performances and hard-fought contests, the Indian contingent continues its campaign in the early stages of the tournament.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/5-days-into-psl-2026-and-three-pakistani-stars-shaheen-afridi-fakhar-zaman-naseem-shah-face-fines-suspensions-punjab-cm-maryam-nawaz-ball-tampering-1774961564178">5 days into PSL 2026 and three Pakistani stars face fines and suspensions; details inside</a>&nbsp;The Asian Boxing Championships 2026 features top boxing talent from across the continent, with each bout playing a crucial role in shaping the road to the medal rounds.

With a mix of dominant performances and hard-fought contests, the Indian contingent continues its campaign in the early stages of the tournament.

India's Priya registered a dominant 5:0 win while Jadumani Singh pushed the top seed to the wire on Day 2 of the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 in Ulanbaatar. In the women’s 60kg category, Priya put on a clinical display to secure a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Kazakhstan’s Rimma Volossenko, showcasing control and composure throughout the bout to progress to the next stage. She will next face China’s Chengyu Yang, the No. 2 seed in the category, in what promises to be a high-quality contest. In the men’s 55kg category, Jadumani fought a closely contested bout against Japan’s Rui Yamaguchi, eventually going down 2-3 in a split decision. Yamaguchi, the No. 1 seed in the category, came into the tournament with strong credentials, including a silver medal at the Astana event and a bronze at the Boxing World Cup Finals, making him one of the favourites in the field. Also Read - IPL 2026: RR's Jadeja sinks Chennai but kisses CSK badge in emotional tribute Despite facing a highly accomplished opponent, Jadumani matched him punch for punch, pushing the contest to the wire in what turned out to be one of the closest bouts of the day. With a mix of dominant performances and hard-fought contests, the Indian contingent continues its campaign in the early stages of the tournament. Also Read - 5 days into PSL 2026 and three Pakistani stars face fines and suspensions; details inside The Asian Boxing Championships 2026 features top boxing talent from across the continent, with each bout playing a crucial role in shaping the road to the medal rounds.

With a mix of dominant performances and hard-fought contests, the Indian contingent continues its campaign in the early stages of the tournament.

Asian Boxing Championships 2026: Priya secures commanding victory; Jadumani falls short in close bout with top seed

India's Preeti Pawar and Deepak made an impressive start at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 in Mongolia, registering hard-fought victories against quality opposition on Monday (Mar 30). In the women's 54kg category, Preeti Pawar, gold medallist at the World Boxing Cup Finals, delivered a commanding performance to secure a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Kazakhstan's Elina Bazarova, a former Asian U22 champion (2025), according to a BFI release. Against a highly accomplished opponent, Preeti's clinical win marked a strong statement to open her campaign. In the men's 70kg category, Deepak, silver medallist at the Boxam Elite International 2026 and a bronze medallist at the Asian Youth Boxing Championships 2022, delivered a composed performance to edge past Uzbekistan's Khavasbek Asadullaev with a 3-2 split decision win.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-world-cup-2026-messi-set-to-play-for-argentina-he-ll-definitely-start-in-friendly-against-zambia-1774926795646">Football World Cup 2026 | Argentina's Messi to start against Zambia in friendly</a> Facing an opponent from Uzbekistan, a nation widely regarded as a powerhouse in amateur boxing, Deepak showed tactical discipline and resilience to come through a closely contested bout.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/deniz-undav-rescues-germany-with-last-gasp-goal-in-ghana-friendly-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup-1774924368887">Deniz Undav rescues Germany with last-gasp goal in Ghana friendly</a> With two wins from two bouts, the Indian contingent made a perfect start to its campaign in the opening phase of the tournament. The Asian Boxing Championships 2026 features some of the best boxing talent from across the continent, with early-round matchups often proving as challenging as the later stages due to the depth of competition.

With two wins from two bouts, the Indian contingent made a perfect start to its campaign in the opening phase of the tournament.

India's Preeti Pawar and Deepak made an impressive start at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 in Mongolia, registering hard-fought victories against quality opposition on Monday (Mar 30). In the women's 54kg category, Preeti Pawar, gold medallist at the World Boxing Cup Finals, delivered a commanding performance to secure a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Kazakhstan's Elina Bazarova, a former Asian U22 champion (2025), according to a BFI release. Against a highly accomplished opponent, Preeti's clinical win marked a strong statement to open her campaign. In the men's 70kg category, Deepak, silver medallist at the Boxam Elite International 2026 and a bronze medallist at the Asian Youth Boxing Championships 2022, delivered a composed performance to edge past Uzbekistan's Khavasbek Asadullaev with a 3-2 split decision win. Also Read - Football World Cup 2026 | Argentina's Messi to start against Zambia in friendly Facing an opponent from Uzbekistan, a nation widely regarded as a powerhouse in amateur boxing, Deepak showed tactical discipline and resilience to come through a closely contested bout. Also Read - Deniz Undav rescues Germany with last-gasp goal in Ghana friendly With two wins from two bouts, the Indian contingent made a perfect start to its campaign in the opening phase of the tournament. The Asian Boxing Championships 2026 features some of the best boxing talent from across the continent, with early-round matchups often proving as challenging as the later stages due to the depth of competition.

With two wins from two bouts, the Indian contingent made a perfect start to its campaign in the opening phase of the tournament.

Asian Boxing Championships 2026: Preeti Pawar, Deepak start India’s campaign with strong wins

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