India finishes strong with 16 medals at the Asian Boxing Championships
India finishes strong with 16 medals at the Asian Boxing Championships
At the 2026 Asian Boxing Championships in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, the Indian boxing team made history by securing a total of 16 medals.
India finished second on the overall medal table, earning 5 gold, 3 silver, and 8 bronze medals.
Notable gold medalists included Minakshi Hooda, Preeti Pawar, Priya Ghanghas, and Arundhati Chaudhary.
On the men's side, Vishvanath Suresh secured gold in the 50kg category, marking India's first men's Asian title in five years.
BFI President Ajay Singh praised the results as evidence of a deep talent pool and the rise of a new wave of boxing champions.
Under the guidance of coach Santiago Nieva, the team proved that India remains a dominant force on the international stage, blending established stars with promising new talent to ensure a bright future for the sport.
