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Lovlina Borgohain: From village roads to boxing glory
1 Aug
Summary
- Lovlina Borgohain is assured of at least a bronze medal.
- She was inspired by Muhammad Ali's story in a newspaper.
- She trained using an LPG cylinder during the pandemic.
Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain is currently assured of at least a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games, having advanced to the semifinals without a fight. This achievement adds to her historic Olympic bronze won in 2021.
Borgohain's journey is one of remarkable grit, starting from a village with limited infrastructure. Her inspiration struck early after reading about Muhammad Ali in a newspaper. Initially exploring Muay Thai and kickboxing with her sisters, she transitioned to boxing in 2012 under coach Padum Boro.
Growing up in Assam's Golaghat district, Borgohain faced significant challenges, including long cycling commutes on broken roads to attend training. Her father's modest farm income meant constant financial struggles, yet he supported her dream. Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, she adapted by training with an LPG gas cylinder.
Her resilience and determination are evident in her philosophy: "Fear will come, but if you surrender to fear, you cannot win medals." This mantra propelled her to become Assam's first Olympic medallist and a celebrated figure in Indian boxing.
