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Indian Amateur Boxing Federation Granted Full Membership by International Boxing Association

By IANS News February 11, 2026 • 08:51 AM View: 145

The Indian Amateur Boxing Federation (IABF) has been granted full membership of the International Boxing Association (IBA).

The landmark decision was taken during the IBA Board Meeting held on February 6, 2026, and was formally communicated through an official letter issued from Lausanne, Switzerland, on February 9.

TAGS Indian Amateur Boxing Federation Indian Amateur Boxing Federation International Boxing Association IBA Board Meeting Congratulating IABF Umar Kremlev Rakesh Mishra IBA Board National Federation Welcoming IABF Rakesh Thakran

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