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Indian boxers made history with 11 medals at the World Boxing Cup 2025. BFI President Ajay Singh called it a proud moment for the nation. The federation announced cash rewards for medal-winning athletes. India now prepares for the World Championships and explores partnerships with China.

Key Points: BFI Chief Ajay Singh Celebrates Young Boxers' 11-Medal Haul

  • India won 3 golds among 11 medals in Kazakhstan
  • BFI announces ₹17.5 lakh prize for boxers
  • China seeks partnership with Indian boxing
  • Core group trains for World Championships in Liverpool
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This is a matter of pride for us: BFI President Ajay Singh hails young boxers

BFI President hails India's historic 11-medal feat at World Boxing Cup 2025, announces cash rewards for medalists.

"This is a matter of pride for us – Ajay Singh, BFI President"

New Delhi, July 25

Indian boxers delivered a power-packed performance at the World Boxing Cup 2025 in Astana, Kazakhstan, clinching a total of 11 medals, including three gold, five silver, and three bronze, marking one of their finest outings on the global stage.

Praising the contingent for their stellar show, President of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), Ajay Singh, expressed immense pride in the team's achievement.

"We are feeling very proud. India finished the World Boxing Cup 2025 in Kazakhstan with 11 medals, including three gold, five silver and three bronze," Singh told ANI.

"The young boxers impressed," he added.

"This is a matter of pride for us," he noted.

During the event, the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) announced a prize purse of Rs 17.5 lakh to reward the 17 Indian boxers who brought home medals from the recent World Boxing Cup legs in Brazil and Kazakhstan.

Each gold medallist will receive Rs 2 lakh, silver medallists Rs 1 lakh, and bronze winners Rs 50,000, as India builds momentum toward the World Boxing Cup Finals to be held in New Delhi later this year.

The announcement comes at a time when India's national core group continues high-intensity training at the Patiala camp in preparation for two key international events: the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool in September and, later, the World Boxing Cup Finals on home soil. In a further boost to the development pipeline, the BFI has been approached by China to explore a strategic partnership spanning junior, sub-junior, and elite levels, including potential joint training camps and sparring exchanges.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Finally some good news in sports other than cricket! But Rs 2 lakh for gold seems too less no? These athletes represent our country - should get at least 10 lakh per gold. Government should increase sports budget.
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Arjun K
China wanting partnership with BFI shows how far Indian boxing has come! Remember when we used to struggle to qualify? Now we're medal contenders. The Patiala camp is producing world-class talent. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As an expat living in Delhi, I'm amazed by India's sporting progress. The World Cup Finals coming here will be fantastic! Will definitely buy tickets. These boxers deserve packed stadiums cheering for them.
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Karthik V
While celebrating, we must ask - why no media coverage until they win medals? Boxing needs regular telecasts like cricket. Star Sports should show qualifiers too. These athletes' journey is as inspiring as their victories.
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Meera T
So happy to see women boxers performing well! 💪 The silver medalists showed amazing technique. Parents should encourage daughters to take up combat sports - builds confidence and discipline. Our girls are breaking stereotypes!

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