Elite Women’s National Boxing Championship set for March 21-27 in Greater Noida

The championship is open to boxers born between January 1, 1984, and December 31, 2005. Each state unit can field a maximum of 10 boxers, with entries by numbers closing on March 10 and final name confirmations due by March 15.

New Delhi: The eighth Elite Women’s National Boxing Championship will be held at Gautam Buddha University (Greater Noida, UP) from March 21-27 under the aegis of UP Boxing Association and under the banner of World Boxing and Boxing Federation of India.

The championship is open to boxers born between January 1, 1984, and December 31, 2005. Each state unit can field a maximum of 10 boxers, with entries by numbers closing on March 10 and final name confirmations due by March 15.

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“The Elite Women’s National Championship has been a breeding ground for future champions, giving young talents a chance to test themselves against the best. As the first nationals in the new Olympic preparation cycle, this edition will be crucial in identifying and grooming boxers for the next three years,” said BFI Secretary General Hemanta Kumar Kalita.

The tournament will follow a three-round format, with each bout consisting of three-minute rounds with a one-minute rest period. The ten-point must-scoring system will be in place, and all matches will adhere to World Boxing Technical & Competition Rules. Boxers will also be required to undergo a daily weigh-in throughout the competition.