Spain’s La Nusia arena witnessed Indian boxing supremacy as 12 pugilists – eight female and four male – clinched finals berths at Boxam Elite International 2026. The nation now eyes a golden sweep in the tournament’s climactic matches.
Sachin spearheaded the men’s contingent in 60kg, dismantling England’s Jack Dryden to extend his winning streak. Olympic bronze medalist Lovlina Borgohain powered into the 75kg final after a dominant unanimous verdict over Rosie Eccles of Wales.
Over 200 fighters from 20 countries competed, but India tops the leaderboard with 12 finalists. Kazakhstan trails with 11, while Ukraine and Spain have 5 and 4 respectively. Excitement peaks in women’s 54kg, where Indian duo Preeti and Poonam will contest for glory, ensuring at least one gold.
Men’s highlights included Deepak’s explosive RSC win against Kazakh star Nurbek Mursali in 70kg, alongside gritty victories by Akash (75kg) and Ankush (80kg) over fellow Kazakhs. The women were relentless: Manju Rani (48kg), Neetu (51kg), Priya (60kg), Arundhati Choudhary (70kg), and Naina (80kg) all punched their finals tickets.
Bronze hauls added luster, with semifinal defeats turning into podium finishes for Pranjali Yadav (65kg), Kajal (65kg), Sanamacha Chanu (75kg), Mankirat Kaur (80+kg), Jadumani Singh (55kg), Mohammad Husamuddin (60kg), and Hitesh Gulia (70kg).
As the finals unfold, India’s boxers have not just qualified but captivated global audiences, signaling a bright future ahead in the ring.