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Indian Boxers Storm into Asian Quarterfinals
30 Mar
Summary
- Preeti Pawar secured a 5-0 win against Kazakhstan's Elina Bazarova.
- Deepak won his bout 3-2 against Uzbekistan's Khavasbek Asadullaev.
- Both boxers advanced to the quarterfinals of the championships.
India's boxing contingent achieved a flawless start at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 in Mongolia on Monday, March 30, 2026. Preeti Pawar, a World Boxing Cup Finals gold medallist, demonstrated exceptional skill in the women's 54kg category. She secured a decisive 5-0 unanimous victory over former Asian Under-22 champion Elina Bazarova of Kazakhstan. This performance set a strong tone for her tournament.
In the men's 70kg division, Deepak showcased his mettle by overcoming Uzbekistan's Khavasbek Asadullaev. A silver medallist at the Boxam Elite International 2026, Deepak's composed performance resulted in a narrow 3-2 split decision win. His victory underscored his resilience against a nation renowned for its boxing prowess.
With these two crucial wins, both Preeti and Deepak have advanced to the quarterfinals. Preeti is set to face Mongolia's Enkhjargal Munguntsetseg, while Deepak will compete against Jordan's Zeyad Eashash in their next bouts.
