The Boxing Federation of India awarded ₹17.5 lakh to 17 medal-winning boxers from the World Boxing Cup legs in Brazil and Kazakhstan, recognising strong performances and building momentum toward the finals
World Boxing has extended the BFI Interim Committee’s tenure till August 2025, praising its athlete-first approach and structured efforts that led to international success and administrative stability in Indian boxing
Sakshi clinched India’s first gold at the World Boxing Cup 2025 in Astana with a dominant 54kg final win. India is assured of 11 medals after a strong all-round performance
India’s boxers will compete for eight gold medals at the World Boxing Cup in Astana, with four women and three men joining Nupur in the finals, taking India’s tally to 11
India’s medal hopes soared at the World Boxing Cup in Astana as Nupur reached the final in the 80+kg category and Abhinash Jamwal entered the 65kg semifinals, assuring a podium finish
Hitesh Gulia and Sakshi entered the semifinals at the World Boxing Cup in Astana, securing podium finishes and boosting India’s medal tally, with more boxers still in the fray
India began their World Boxing Cup 2025 campaign in Astana with commanding wins from Hitesh, Sachin, Minakshi, and Muskan. The tournament is a key step toward the finals in Delhi
Hitesh created history by becoming the first Indian boxer to win a gold medal at the World Boxing Cup. His opponent in the 70kg final, England’s Odel Kamara, was unable to compete due to an injury. Meanwhile, Abhinash Jamwal, who reached the 65kg final, put up a strong fight against local favourite Yuri Reis but fell short of victory, settling for a silver medal.
The 22-year-old Indian used his tall frame and athleticism to stay clear of Malanga’s reach, but was quick enough to pounce when his opponent’s guard was down to earn a 5:0 unanimous verdict
