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    U-19 World Boxing Championships 2024: Krisha Verma claims Gold as Indian boxers make their mark
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    U-19 World Boxing Championships 2024: Krisha Verma Claims Gold As Indian Boxers Make Their Mark

    By IANS News November 02, 2024 • 18:24 PM View: 958
    World Boxing Championships: In a proud moment for India, Krisha Verma clinched the gold medal in the 75kg category on the first day of the U-19 World Boxing Championships 2024 in Colorado, USA. Verma’s decisive victory came with a score of 5-0 against Germany's Lerika Simon, showcasing her dominance and skill in the ring. This significant win put India on the medal tally early in the tournament’s final rounds.

    However, other Indian finalists faced tough challenges on the opening day of the finals. Rahul Kundu (75kg) narrowly missed gold in his bout against the USA’s Joseph Awinongya, losing by a score of 4-1. Similarly, Chanchal Chaudhary, Anjali Singh, Vini, and Akansha Phalaswal also delivered strong performances but ultimately settled for silver after close bouts against formidable opponents from England.

    In the women's finals, Chanchal Chaudhary (48kg) was disqualified in the third round against England’s Ruby White. In the 57kg category, Anjali Singh put up a brave fight but lost 5-0 to Tiah-Mai Ayton, another English opponent. Vini, fighting in the 60kg category, narrowly lost 3-2 to Ella Lonsdale. In the 70kg division, Akansha Phalaswal went down 4-1 against England's Lilly Deacon.

    TAGS World Boxing Championships Krisha Verma Lerika Simon Rahul Kundu Joseph Awinongya Chanchal Chaudhary Anjali Singh Akansha Phalaswal Ruby White Mai Ayton Ella Lonsdale Lilly Deacon Anjali Kumari Singh
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