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Hans India
2 days ago
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Thailand Open 2025: Deepak, Naman Tanwar clinch Gold as India return with eight medals
Deepak and Naman Tanwar spearheaded India's campaign at the 4th Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament, securing two golds as part of an impressive eight-medal haul. Competing against tough international opponents, and despite limited exposure or experience, the Indian boxers delivered a standout week of performances. This display of grit and potential marks a promising start for Indian Boxing's second chapter offering renewed hope for the future of Indian boxing. Deepak clinched the men's 75kg gold with a 5:0 win over Abdurakhimov Javokhir of Uzbekistan while Naman Tanwar got the better of China's Han Xuezhen 4:1 in the 90kg final. In the women's 80+kg final, Kiran went down 2:3 against Kazakhstan's Yeldana Talipova in a keenly fought bout to settle for a silver. Speaking on India's achievement, BFI President-Chairman, Interim Committee, Ajay Singh, said: 'I want to extend my heartiest congratulations to our medallists at the Thailand Open. This performance reflects the growing depth and consistency that our boxers are capable of on the international stage. They have shown composure, skill, and strategic maturity against some of the best in the world, especially in the heavier weight categories this time around. It's a clear sign that the systems we've put in place are working. As we now shift focus to the second leg of the World Cup in Kazakhstan, we carry forward this momentum and belief. The goal is clear, to keep building, keep performing, and keep raising the bar.' Five Indian women boxers will also return home with bronze medals. Tamanna (51kg), Priya (57kg), Sanju (60kg), Saneh (70kg) and Lalfakmawii Ralte (80kg) came up with strong performance to finish on the podium. On Sunday, Deepak opened India's gold medal tally with a commanding win over Abdurakhimov. He was cautious at the start but midway through the opening round began taking control of the bout and then sailed through. In the 90kg final, Tanwar adopted a different approach as he began aggressively against Han from the beginning and dominated the first two rounds. The Chinese fought back in the third as Tanwar began to play safe but could not do enough to turn the tables. However, a spur-of-the-moment gesture that offended the Uzbekistan coach led to Indian boxer Anshul Gill's disqualification, despite winning the semi-final bout. Following a formal complaint by the opposing team's coach, Anshul (90+kg) was barred from receiving a medal as he was disqualified from participating in the finals of Thailand Open 2025 this morning. The Indian contingent reaffirmed their standing as one of the world's leading boxing nations with a strong performance at the 4th Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament. Facing tough international competition, these boxers—who were runners-up at the national level—rose to the occasion, showcasing the depth of India's bench strength. Their impressive outing not only earned valuable international exposure but also marked a significant step forward in shaping Boxing Chapter 2.0 for India. India had fielded a 19-member strong contingent in the prestigious boxing tournament, held under the aegis of World Boxing-backed Asian Boxing, that has attracted talented boxers from powerhouses like China, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, South Korea, and host Thailand. Indian boxers had won six medals, including one gold, in the World Boxing Cup in Brazil and will be gearing up for the second leg at the end of this month in Kazakhstan. The World Boxing Cup Finals will be played in New Delhi later this year.
India Gazette
5 days ago
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- India Gazette
Thailand Open: India pugilists Naman, Anshul down Uzbek heavyweights to storm into finals
Bangkok [Thailand], May 29 (ANI): India's heavyweight boxers Naman Tanwar (90kg) and Anshul Gill (90+kg) delivered a strong statement on Thursday at the 4th Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament, securing hard-earned semifinal wins against opponents from Uzbekistan, considered to be one of the sport's most dominant nations in the heavier weight categories. Naman overcame Juraboev Elyorbek 4:1, while Anshul edged past Rustamov Abdurakhmon 3:2 in two tightly contested bouts. Both Indians started on the back foot, but responded with greater control and sharper execution in the second round. In the final round, the duo took charge in their respective clashes with well-timed counters and sustained pressure, earning split-decision victories and booking their places in the finals, which will take place on June 1. In the women's semifinals, Tamanna (51kg), Priya (57kg), and Lalfakmawii (80kg) exited the competition after battling through competitive bouts, each settling for a bronze. Earlier in the tournament, Anshul delivered a strong performance against Kazakhstan's Daniyal Saparbay, also winning by unanimous decision. Anshul kept a steady rhythm from the start, combining tight defence with effective counters to keep the Kazakh boxer at bay. On the other hand, en route to the semi-finals,Tamanna put in a composed performance to beat Liu Yu-Shan of Chinese Taipei by unanimous decision. Priya (57 kg) followed it up with a confident 5-0 win over South Korea's Park Ah-hyun, controlling the bout from start to finish. Sanju notched her second straight win of the tournament with a clean 5-0 verdict over Indonesia's Reka Mariana Kasibulan in the quarterfinal bout. The National Games bronze medalist maintained control throughout the three rounds, staying composed and showing clear technical superiority to outbox her opponent and secure a place in the last four. India has fielded a 19-member strong contingent in the prestigious boxing tournament, held under the aegis of World Boxing-backed Asian Boxing, that has attracted talented boxers from powerhouses like China, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, South Korea, and host Thailand. (ANI)
Hans India
25-05-2025
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Thailand Open boxing: Pawan Bartwal storms into quarters with dominant 5-0 win
Continuing his fine form, Indian boxer Pawan Bartwal cruised into the quarterfinals of the men's 55kg category at the 4th Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament with a commanding 5-0 win over Cambodia's Sao Rangsey on Sunday. India has fielded a 19-member strong contingent in the prestigious boxing tournament, held under the aegis of World Boxing Council-backed Asian body, that has attracted talented boxers from powerhouses like China, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, South Korea and host Thailand. Hailing from Syupuri village in Uttarakhand, Pawan showed tactical maturity and ring control from the outset. He started cautiously, dodging early swings and waiting for his moment before landing a sharp punch to the face that set the tone. The 26-year-old repeatedly pinned his opponent in corners, and a brilliant bob-and-weave move midway through the second round opened the door for another clean strike. With tight defence and calculated aggression, he kept Rangsey on the back foot and sealed a unanimous decision—his second consecutive win of the tournament. An Indian Army man since 2017 and a National Championship silver medallist, Bartwal has been boxing since 2010. He now heads into the quarterfinals with strong momentum and eyes firmly set on a podium finish. On Saturday, Bartwal mixed his aggressive intent with quality defence to get the better of his local challenger in the opening round of the men's 55 kg weight category. National Games bronze medallist Sanju MS banked on her aggressive boxing style to decimate her Japanese opponent to reach the quarterfinals of the women's 60kg weight category. Sanju blanked Japan's Sarii Kokufu 5-0 while Bartwal fought back to beat Thailand's Thanarat Saengphet 4-1. Sanju, who has made a shift to traditional boxing after winning laurels in kickboxing, is known for her attacking style and went all guns blazing from the first round itself against Japan's Kokufu. In the day's other matches, Nikhil (60kg), Amit Kumar (65kg) and Hemant Yadav (70kg) were knocked out in the opening round.
News18
25-05-2025
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- News18
Pawan Bartwal Storms Into Thailand Open Quarterfinals With Dominant Win
Last Updated: Pawan Bartwal stormed into the quarters of the men's 55kg category at the 4th Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament with a commanding 5-0 win over Cambodia's Sao Rangsey Indian boxer Pawan Bartwal continued his impressive performance, advancing to the quarter-finals of the men's 55kg category at the 4th Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament with a decisive 5-0 victory over Cambodia's Sao Rangsey on Sunday. India has sent a strong 19-member team to the prestigious tournament, organised under the World Boxing-backed Asian body, which has attracted skilled boxers from countries like China, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, South Korea, and host Thailand. Pawan, who hails from Syupuri village in Uttarakhand, exhibited tactical maturity and ring control from the beginning. He started cautiously, dodging early swings and waiting for the right moment before landing a sharp punch to the face, setting the tone for the match. The 26-year-old repeatedly pinned his opponent in the corners, and a brilliant bob-and-weave move midway through the second round created an opportunity for another clean strike. With tight defence and calculated aggression, he kept Rangsey on the back foot, securing a unanimous decision – his second consecutive win of the tournament. A member of the Indian Army since 2017 and a National Championship silver medallist, Bartwal has been boxing since. He now heads into the quarter-finals with strong momentum and his sights set on a podium finish. First Published: May 25, 2025, 17:40 IST
Hans India
22-05-2025
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- Hans India
BFI names 19-member squad for Thailand Open
New Delhi: The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has announced a 19-member squad for the 4th Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament, scheduled in Bangkok from May 24 to June 1. The squad, comprising 10 men and 9 women—has been selected from the ongoing elite national camp at the Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports, Patiala, which is underway as the season builds toward key tournaments. The BFI said it followed a selection criterion, providing opportunities to silver medallists from the 2025 Elite Men's and Women's National Championships. Held under the aegis of Asian Boxing, the Thailand Open will see top national teams from across the continent compete, including powerhouses like China, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Japan, Korea, and host nation Thailand. Speaking on the occasion, BFI president-chairman, Interim Committee, Ajay Singh said, 'With the team set to leave for the Thailand Open, we're entering a very exciting phase for Indian boxing. This marks the beginning of a packed international calendar, with the World Cup stage tournament in Kazakhstan, the World Championship in Liverpool, the World Cup Finals in New Delhi, and several key tournaments, including the Asian Championship, lined up towards the end of the year. "We have prioritised performance and transparency in our selection process—every boxer has earned their place through hard work and consistency. The national camp is already underway, and with the level of talent and structure now in place, I believe we are well-positioned to make a strong global impact in the months ahead. The Patiala camp initially brought together 60 male and 60 female boxers, shortlisted from standout performers at the 2025 Nationals and gold and silver medallists from the 2024 REC Combined National Talent Hunt in Rohtak and the Chief of Army Staff Cup in Pune. Following a round of internal assessments, the pool was pruned to 40 in each category. This refined core group will continue training through June, with additional athletes from an upcoming Elite Women's Competition joining in July. The Thailand Open marks an important international outing in India's boxing calendar, providing a platform for elite boxers to test themselves against Asia's best, with momentum building toward the World Boxing Cup later this year. Men's squad: Naothoi Singh Kongkham (47–50kg), Pawan Bartwal (50–55kg), Nikhil (55–60kg), Amit Kumar (60–65kg), Hemant Yadav (65–70kg), Deepak (70–75kg), Dhruv Singh (75–80kg), Jugnoo (80–85kg), Naman Tanwar (85–90kg), and Anshul Gill (90kg+). Women's sqaud: Yasika Rai (45–48kg), Tamanna (48–51kg), Abha Singh (51–54kg), Priya (54–57kg), Sanju (57–60kg), Saneh (65–70kg), Anjali (70–75kg), Lalfakmawii Ralte (75–80kg), and Kiran (80kg+). No boxer has been named in the women's 60–65kg category for this edition.
