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Nikhat Zareen, Lovlina Borgohain Get Byes; Jadumani Faces Top Seed at Asian Boxing

The draw for the Asian Boxing Elite Championships 2026 in Ulaanbaatar has been confirmed, setting the stage for India's campaign. Key Indian women pugilists like Nikhat Zareen and Lovlina Borgohain have received byes and will advance directly to later rounds. On the men's side, Jadumani Singh faces a formidable first-round challenge against top-seeded Japanese boxer Rui Yamaguchi. The Indian contingent will look to capitalize on favorable draws and navigate tough matchups as the competition begins on Monday.

Key Points: Asian Boxing C'ships: Nikhat, Lovlina Get Byes; India's Draw Revealed

  • Nikhat Zareen & Lovlina Borgohain get opening byes
  • Jadumani Singh draws tough bout vs top seed
  • Indian women's team has six byes in first round
  • Competition begins Monday in Ulaanbaatar
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Asian Boxing C'ships: Nikhat, Lovlina get byes, Jadumani handed tough bout in first round

India's boxing draw for Asian Championships 2026: Nikhat Zareen & Lovlina Borgohain get byes, Jadumani Singh faces top seed. Full bout list inside.

"Jadumani Singh faces top seed Rui Yamaguchi (JPN) in a tough 55 kg bout - Boxing Federation of India"

New Delhi, March 29

India's boxing contingent is set to begin its campaign as the Asian Boxing Elite Boxing Championships 2026 get underway in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on Monday, with the draw confirming key opening bouts and byes across categories.

In the women's draw, Preeti Pawar will face Elina Bazarova (KAZ) in the 54 kg category, while Priya takes on Rimma Volossenko (KAZ) in the 60 kg. Minakshi will face Japan's Yuka Sadamatsu, while Pooja Rani goes up against Kazakhstan's Nadezhda Ryabets. Meanwhile, Nikhat Zareen, Jaismine Lamboria, Ankushita Boro, Arundhati Choudhary, Lovlina Borgohain, and Alfiya Patahan advance with byes, according to information received from the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) on Sunday.

On the men's side, Vishvanath Suresh opens against Bekzat Ergeshov (KGZ), while Jadumani Singh faces top seed Rui Yamaguchi (JPN) in a tough 55 kg bout. Sachin will take on Buyandalai Bayarkhuu (MGL), Aditya Pratap Singh faces Mouda Alhawsaw (KSA), and Deepak meets Khavasbek Asadullaev (UZB). Ankush and Narender progress with byes, while Akash, Lokesh, and Harsh Choudhary are also set for key bouts in their respective categories.

With the matchups confirmed, India will look to make a strong start as the competition begins on Monday.

Key Bouts & Byes:

Women:

48 kg: Minakshi vs Yuka Sadamatasu (JPN)

51 kg: Nikhat Zareen - BYE

54 kg: Preeti Pawar vs Elina Bazarova (KAZ)

57 kg: Jaismine - BYE

60 kg: Priya vs Rimma Volossenko (KAZ)

65 kg: Ankushita Boro - BYE

70 kg: Arundhati Choudhary - BYE

75 kg: Lovlina Borgohain - BYE

80 kg: Pooja Rani vs Nadezhda Ryabets (KAZ)

80+ kg: Alfiya Patahan - BYE

Men:

50 kg: Vishvanath Suresh vs Bekzat Ergeshov (KGZ)

55 kg: Jadumani Singh vs Rui Yamaguchi (JPN) (top seed)

60 kg: Sachin vs Buyandalai Bayarkhuu (MGL)

65 kg: Aditya Pratap Singh vs Mouda Alhawsaw (KSA)

70 kg: Deepak vs Khavasbek Asadullaev (UZB)

75 kg: Akash vs Yhlas Bagtyyarov (TKM)

80 kg: Ankush - BYE

85 kg: Lokesh vs Kim Gichae (KOR)

90 kg: Harsh Choudhary vs Tynystan Alybaev (KGZ)

90+ kg: Narender - BYE

- IANS

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Priya S
Jadumani Singh has a mountain to climb against the top seed from Japan. But sometimes, these tough draws bring out the best in our athletes. Rooting for you, Jadumani! Go for it!
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Sarah B
The women's team looks incredibly strong on paper. With so many byes, they should be fresh and ready. Hope the preparation in the training camps pays off. Fingers crossed for Preeti and Priya in their opening bouts!
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Vikram M
A small note of caution: Byes are good, but they can also lead to a bit of rustiness in the first actual bout. Hope the coaches have a plan to keep the athletes sharp. Otherwise, a very promising start. Jai Hind!
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Rohit P
Sachin vs a Mongolian boxer in Mongolia... that's a tough crowd! Our boys need to be mentally very strong. The draw could have been kinder, but champions overcome these hurdles. Let's go Team India!
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Kavya N
So proud of our boxers! After the Olympic success, the expectations are high. Hope they block out the pressure and just focus on one bout at a time. Bring home the medals! 💪

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