Historic Victory: Second Female Boxer to Secure Asian Games Gold

Loveline Borgohain made history at the 2026 Asian Games by becoming only the second female boxer to win a gold medal in the competition's history. She secured the 75 kg title by beating China's Jia Bao unanimously.

The Indian champion celebrated the win on her 29th birthday, describing the medal as a self‑gift she had envisioned well before stepping into the ring.

Borgohain reflected on her prior silver at the Commonwealth Games, noting that athletes regularly confront losses and injuries. "This gold was a necessary milestone in my career," she affirmed.

She detailed her tactical approach: a tight 3-2 opening round followed by two commanding 4-1 rounds, showcasing her ability to adapt and dominate after a previous silver at the Hangzhou Games.

In the final round, she faced a powerful opponent she had never met before. Despite the challenge, Borgohain stayed motivated, stating, "I never wanted to lose, no matter the circumstances," and credited Japan as a lucky host for her birthday success.