The Indian women’s team made history at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026 by securing the top spot on the medal charts, bagging a total of 10 medals, including four gold, two silver, and four bronze. Head coach Santiago Nieva led the team to an exceptional performance, with every member returning home with a medal, showcasing their prowess on the continental stage.
Minakshi (48kg) kickstarted India’s gold rush with a resounding 5–0 victory over Mongolia’s Nomundari Enkh-Amgalan. Preeti (54kg) continued the winning streak by defeating Huang Hsiao-wen of Chinese Taipei, a three-time world champion and Tokyo 2020 Olympic bronze medalist, with a unanimous 5–0 decision. Priya (60kg) and Arundhati (70kg) further bolstered India’s gold tally with impressive victories in their respective categories.
Adding to the medal haul, Jaismine (57kg) and Alfiyan Pathan (80+kg) secured silver medals after strong performances in their bouts. India, with a total of 16 medals, the highest in this edition, aims to finish the tournament on a high note with two men’s boxers competing in the finals.
In the men’s division, Vishvanath Suresh (50kg) and Sachin (60kg) displayed remarkable performances to reach the finals. However, Akash, Lokesh, Narender, and Harsh Choudhary faced defeats in their respective matches against tough opponents from Uzbekistan, China, and Tajikistan.
