Historic Run: Lavlina Borgohen Becomes First Indian Female Boxer to Reach Two Asian Games Finals

Lavlina Borgohen has etched her name in Indian boxing history by becoming the first female pugilist to qualify for the final round of the Asian Games on two separate occasions. In the 2026 edition, she overcame Kazakhstan’s Nataliya Bogdanova in a 75 kg semifinal, winning by a 3‑2 split decision after a rocky start. Borgohen lost the first round 2‑3, but rallied to take the next two rounds, with judges scoring the second round 10‑10 across the board and the third round favoring her with a 10‑9 majority. Her performance guarantees India at least a silver medal and underscores her consistency at the continental level.