India’s hopes for a medal at the World Boxing Championships were dashed early as both Amit Panghal and Jaismine Lamboria suffered disappointing losses in their respective bouts. Panghal, a former world silver medalist and Commonwealth Games champion, lost a closely fought match to Zambia’s Patrick Chinyemba, while Lamboria fell to Tokyo Olympic silver medalist Nesthy Petecio of the Philippines.
Two boxers, Imane Khelif of Algeria and Lin Yu-ting of Taiwan, who were disqualified from last year’s World Championships for failing gender eligibility tests, are now eligible to compete at the Paris Olympics. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has confirmed that both boxers meet the eligibility requirements for the Paris Games, which will be organized by the Paris Boxing Unit (PBU) instead of the IBA.
The Paris Olympics showcased the fervent passion of Dutch hockey fans, the vibrant energy of boxing spectators, and the captivating setting of archery at the historic Les Invalides. The enthusiastic crowds and iconic venues highlighted the enduring appeal of these sports.
Indian boxer Nikhat Zareen kicked off her Olympic journey in style, securing a convincing victory over Germany’s Maxi Carina Kloetzer in the women’s 50kg division at the Paris Olympics. The two-time world champion is now set to face top-seeded Chinese boxer Wu Yu in the next round.
Egypt’s Youmna Ayyad, the first female boxer to represent the country at the Olympics, was disqualified from the 54kg competition after failing to make weight. The Egyptian Olympic Committee has launched an investigation into the incident.
Nigerian lightweight boxer Cynthia Ogunsemilore has been provisionally suspended from the Paris Olympics after testing positive for a banned substance. The International Testing Agency confirmed that she tested positive for furosemide, a diuretic on the WADA prohibited list, in an out-of-competition doping control. Ogunsemilore has the right to challenge the suspension and request analysis of the B-sample.
Unified super middleweight champion Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez will face undefeated contender Edgar Berlanga Jr. on September 14 in Las Vegas. The fight will mark Alvarez’s fifth defense of his unified titles since 2021, though his IBF title may not be on the line due to a potential mandatory challenge by William Scull.
India’s women’s boxing team faces a challenging draw at the Paris Olympics. Top contenders like Nikhat Zareen and Lovlina Borgohain could face formidable opponents in early rounds, setting up intense battles for medal contention.
India’s boxing team has secured six quota places for the 2024 Paris Olympics after a dramatic qualifying period. With a strong team of six boxers, including world champions Nikhat Zareen and Lovlina Borgohain, India aims to make a significant impact at the Games. However, the team will face stiff competition from experienced and talented boxers from across the globe.
India will be represented by six boxers, two men and four women, at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The boxing events will be held from July 27 to August 11 at Arena Paris Nord and the iconic Rolland Garros Stadium.
