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On Day 3 of the prestigious 3rd "Belt and Road" International Youth Boxing Gala held in Xinjiang, China, Indian junior boxers delivered a spectacular performance by securing a remarkable haul of 26 medals. This outstanding achievement reflects the rising prowess of India’s under-17 boxing contingent on the global stage, signaling a bright future for Indian boxing.
Strong Indian Contingent and Event Overview
India’s participation in the event featured a robust 58-member team, consisting of 20 boys and 20 girls in the under-17 category, accompanied by 12 coaches, 6 support staff, and an official referee and judge. The gala brought together young boxing talent from countries including China, Korea, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan, making the competition fierce and prestigious.
The tournament is part of an international training camp and competitive platform aimed at nurturing youth talent across Asia and fostering sporting camaraderie among participating nations. The 2025 edition is being held from August 24 to August 29 in the Chinese cities of Urumqi and Yili.
Stellar Performances by Indian Youth Boxers
Indian boxers displayed grit, skill, and determination throughout the rounds to reach the semifinals, thus confirming their medal-winning status. Notable semifinalists who stamped their authority include Dhruv Kharb (46kg), Uday Singh (46kg), Falak (48kg), Piyush (50kg), Aditya (52kg), Udham Singh Raghav (54kg), Ashish (54kg), Devendra Chaudhary (75kg), Jaideep Singh Hanjra (80kg), and Loven Gulia (+80kg).
In a dominant display in the junior girls’ category, boxers like Khushi (46kg), Bhakti (50kg), Radhamani (60kg), Harsika (60kg), Diya (66kg), Priya (66kg), Laxmi (46kg), Chahat (60kg), Himanshi (66kg), Harnoor (66kg), and Prachi Khatri (+80kg) clinched convincing victories against tough opponents from China and Korea.
The boys’ team equally demonstrated fierce competitiveness, with standout bouts by Falak, Piyush, Udham Singh Raghav, Devendra Chaudhary, and Loven Gulia contributing massively to India’s impressive medal tally. Many of the winning bouts concluded in clear decisions or knockouts, reflecting excellent preparation and mental toughness under pressure.
Impact and Future Prospects
The 26-medal haul reaffirms India's growing strength in the youth boxing circuit and showcases the effectiveness of rigorous national championships like the 6th U-17 Junior Boys and Girls National Boxing Championships 2025, from which team members were selected.
These performances not only boost the aspirations of the young athletes but also provide them invaluable international exposure and experience—essential ingredients for transitioning to senior levels and potentially representing India at world championships and Olympics in the future.
The Indian Boxing Federation and coaching staff have praised the boxers’ sportsmanship and tactical acumen, emphasizing this milestone as a stepping stone for long-term excellence and prominence on the world stage.
Tournament Continuation
The competition phase of the tournament extends until August 29, 2025, allowing Indian boxers further opportunities to build momentum and add to their medal tally. Fans and supporters eagerly watch as India aims for more victories in this highly competitive international youth boxing showcase.
Relevant Sources Devdiscourse, News18, Tribune India, AwazTheVoice, Economic Times, NDTV Sports
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