India Secures Six Medals at World Boxing Cup 2026 in China

Jyoti Rathi - Kolkata Bureau Jun 21, 2026 1,300 Views

India confirmed six medals at the World Boxing Cup 2026 (Stage 2) in Guiyang, China, following a dominant quarterfinal performance. Prachi (57kg) and Minakshi Hooda (51kg) secured crucial wins over Olympic and world-class opponents, leading a strong contingent of six semifinalists that reflects India's deep talent pool in international boxing.

The Indian contingent underscored its growing depth in international boxing during the second stage of the World Boxing Cup, currently underway in Guiyang, China. With a flurry of victories in the quarterfinal bouts on Friday, June 19, 2026, the team ensured six podium finishes, maintaining India's momentum as a rising powerhouse on the global stage.

Prachi and Minakshi Lead the Charge

The standout performance of the day came from Prachi (57kg), who delivered a tactical masterclass against Paris 2024 Olympic bronze medallist Wu Shih-yi of Chinese Taipei. Prachi secured a hard-fought 4-1 victory to progress to the semifinals, a result that guarantees her a medal and marks one of the most significant wins of her career.

In the 51kg category, Minakshi Hooda further solidified India's commanding presence. Facing Kazakhstan’s Alua Balkibekova—a reigning world champion and world number three—Minakshi produced a clinical 5-0 performance. Despite moving up in weight class this season, Minakshi, the current world number one in the 48kg category, proved her versatility and elite status by outclassing her world-class opponent.

Men’s Category Progress

The momentum extended to the men’s contingent, where Deepak (70kg) and Nikhil (55kg) showcased composed and aggressive boxing styles respectively. Deepak outperformed Azerbaijan’s Nabi Isgandarov with a unanimous 5-0 decision, while Nikhil secured a dominant 5-0 win over Amin Mammadzada, also of Azerbaijan, to move into the semifinal stage. These victories follow earlier successes by Jyoti (48kg) and Jugnoo (85kg), who had previously confirmed their podium spots by advancing to the semifinals.

Official Sources

The results were confirmed by official tournament reports from the World Boxing Cup 2026 (Stage 2) event organizers. According to press releases issued on June 19, 2026, the performance reflects the team’s preparation and strategic depth across various weight divisions.

Why It Matters

This strong showing is particularly notable as it demonstrates India’s ability to remain competitive on the international circuit even without the participation of its primary squads currently focused on the upcoming Commonwealth and Asian Games. By fielding a robust secondary core, India is successfully building its ranking points and developing its talent pool, keeping the country at the forefront of international boxing.

Key Facts at a Glance

Total Medals Assured: India has secured six medals at the ongoing Stage 2 event.
Semifinalists: Prachi (57kg), Minakshi Hooda (51kg), Deepak (70kg), Nikhil (55kg), Jyoti (48kg), and Jugnoo (85kg) have all advanced.
Standout Victory: Prachi defeated Paris 2024 Olympic bronze medallist Wu Shih-yi in a 4-1 verdict.
Tournament Status: The Guiyang World Boxing Cup features 333 boxers from 44 national federations and concludes on Sunday.