Calendar Reset: India’s Elite Boxing Showdown Moves to January

The championships will mark the first time India hosts combined men’s and women’s elite nationals under one roof, bringing together top boxing talent from across the country. The event will feature competition across ten weight categories each for men and women, with strict adherence to World Boxing Technical & Competition Rules. The official draw will take place on January 3, 2026. Organizers emphasize that all other arrangements remain unchanged, ensuring smooth conduct of the tournament. The Nationals come at a pivotal moment for Indian boxing, following a record-breaking year where Indian athletes secured 20 medals, including nine golds, at the World Boxing Championships.  

Notable updates  
• New dates: January 4–10, 2026, at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida  
• Rescheduled due to pollution control measures in effect until December 31, 2025  
• First-ever combined men’s and women’s elite nationals hosted simultaneously  
• Ten weight categories each for men and women, no reserves allowed  
• Previous cycle produced India’s best-ever international performance with 20 medals  

Major takeaway  
The rescheduled Nationals highlight India’s growing boxing ecosystem, offering athletes a crucial platform ahead of global competitions while reinforcing organizational adaptability.  

Sources: ANI, Tribune India, Khel Now, Hindustan Times