The Indian contingent at the BOXAM Elite International 2026 continued its successful streak, clinching 19 medals following a strong performance on Day 3 of the tournament. Nitu (51 kg) and Preeti (54 kg) led the way by advancing to the semifinals in their weight categories, with Jadumani Singh (55 kg) impressing in the men’s competition.
The Indian women’s team, guided by new head coach Santiago Nieva, has guaranteed 12 medals, while the men’s team has secured seven podium finishes as they progress to the semifinals. Nitu showcased dominance with a 5:0 win over Canada’s McKenzie Wright, securing her spot in the last four, while Preeti forced an abandonment in Round 3 against Spain’s Maria Gonzalez with a commanding performance.
Poonam (54kg) secured a resounding 5:0 victory over Thailand’s Natnicha Chongprongklang, and Priya (60kg) and Pranjal (65kg) claimed unanimous wins against opponents from Spain and the Czech Republic, respectively. Kajal (65kg) narrowly defeated Kazakhstan’s Akbar Ichshanova 4:1 in a closely contested match.
In the men’s category, Jadumani Singh continued his impressive form with a 5:0 win over Peng Chia-Feng of Chinese Taipei in the 55kg division. Mohammed Hussam Uddin (60kg) won unanimously against Ukraine’s Ali Dahly, while Sachin (60kg) and Akash (75kg) also secured victories over opponents from Ukraine and Spain, respectively.
Despite some Indian boxers exiting the competition after strong efforts, the growing medal count for India highlighted another successful day at the tournament, with multiple semifinal berths secured as the event progresses to its crucial stages.
