Sakshi Chaudhary advances after 5‑0 unanimous win over Olympic bronze winner

At Nishio’s gymnasium on September 22, Indian boxer Sakshi Chaudhary secured a 5‑0 unanimous decision against Paris Olympic bronze‑medallist Irina Vilegás, advancing to the pre‑quarter‑finals of the Asian Games 2026.

Chaudhary captured each round with a 10‑9 score, displaying superior footwork and timing. Her clean, fast combinations prevented Vilegás from gaining any rhythm, making the bout a one‑sided affair.

Next up is a showdown with 51 kg world champion Alua Balkibekova, scheduled for Thursday. Chaudhary’s recent form includes triumphs over world champion Nikhat Jerin and reigning champion Meenakshi Hooda in Commonwealth selection events, and a 5‑0 gold‑medal win over England’s Ruby White at the Commonwealth Games.

Post‑match, Chaudhary reflected on the significance of her Commonwealth gold and affirmed that the Asian Games are her primary focus moving forward. She highlighted that representing India is her biggest source of motivation, driving her to continually raise her performance level.