Nishant Dev, a first-time Olympian representing India in the men’s 71kg boxing category, faced a disappointing end to his Olympic journey on Saturday. In the quarterfinal round at the North Paris Arena, Dev went up against Mexico’s Marco Verde Alvarez, the second seed in the competition. Despite a valiant effort from Dev, the bout ultimately ended with a split decision in favor of Alvarez, with the score standing at 1-4.
This loss marked the fifth Indian boxer to be eliminated from the Paris Games. Dev, who previously achieved a bronze medal at the world championships, had high hopes for a strong performance in Paris. However, his opponent’s experience and strategic boxing proved to be a formidable challenge. The defeat undoubtedly leaves a sense of disappointment for Dev and his supporters, but it serves as a testament to the competitive nature of the Olympic stage.
