Haryana Emerges as Champions at 6th Youth Women’s National Boxing Championships
Haryana has proven its dominance once again in the world of women’s boxing by clinching nine medals at the 6th Youth Women’s National Boxing Championships in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Defending their title, Haryana put on an outstanding performance on the final day, as all eight of their finalists secured the gold medal.
With a total of 63 points, eight gold medals, and one bronze medal, Haryana finished at the top of the table, making their mark in the championship. Bhawna Sharma (48kg) and Anshu (50kg) paved the way for Haryana’s success with convincing 5-0 victories over Karneka Kathayat of Uttarakhand and Chanchal Choudhary of Uttar Pradesh, respectively.
In the intense battle of the 52kg weight category, Haryana’s Mohini and Chandigarh’s Nidhi delivered heavy blows to each other. However, Mohini emerged victorious with a narrow 4-3 win. Kirti (81+kg), the Asian Junior Champion from Haryana, displayed her exceptional skills by overpowering her opponent, resulting in the referee stopping the contest (RSC) in consecutive matches. Her dominant performance led her to win the gold medal.
The four other gold medal winners for Haryana were Priya (57kg), Muskan (75kg), Pranjal Yadav (70kg), and Tanu (54kg). These remarkable achievements collectively contributed to Haryana’s triumph in the tournament.
Uttarakhand and Delhi secured the second and third spots on the leaderboard with 32 and 20 points, respectively. Led by two-time Asian Junior Champion Nikita Chand, Uttarakhand claimed three gold medals and one silver medal. Delhi concluded their campaign with three silver medals and one bronze medal.
Priya (57kg) of Haryana was named the best boxer due to her exceptional display in the 57kg category, while Anjali Singh from Madhya Pradesh earned the title of the most promising boxer.
The 6th Youth Women’s National Boxing Championships showcased the immense talent and determination of young boxers from across the country. Haryana’s dominance, with their impressive medal haul, is a testament to their hard work and dedication to the sport.
As the tournament came to a close, the boxing enthusiasts eagerly await the future of these promising young athletes, hoping to witness their achievements on national and international platforms.
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