India Packs a Punch: 56-Strong Squad Heads to Asian U-15 & U-17 Boxing Championships in Jordan
Boxing Federation’s Interim Committee ensures smooth participation amid challenges, backing young talent for the continental stage.
BNH NETWORK
Fact File: India at the Asian U-15 & U-17 Boxing Championships 2025
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Dates | April 17 – May 1, 2025 |
| Host City | Amman, Jordan |
| Indian Squad Size | 56 Boxers (30 U-15, 26 U-17) |
| Organisers | Asian Boxing, Olympic Council of Asia, World Boxing |
| Key Medalists (2024) | Sahil Duhan, Devansh, Tikam Singh, Samiksha Singh, Trushna Mohite |
| Olympic Focus | Eyes on Paris 2028 and LA 2032, long-term 2036 prep |
Gloves Up for Glory: Indian Youth Boxing Contingent Gears Up for Asian U-15 & U-17 Battle
New Delhi - In a bold display of confidence in its young athletes, India has dispatched a formidable 56-member contingent to Amman, Jordan, for the prestigious Asian U-15 & U-17 Boxing Championships. The championship, taking place from April 17 to May 1, marks the first major event organized by Asian Boxing, with the official endorsement of the Olympic Council of Asia and the newly-established World Boxing body.
Future Olympians in the Making: Medal Winners Lead India’s Charge
The U-17 boys’ lineup features some of the brightest emerging talents including Sahil Duhan and Devansh, both medalists from the 2024 Asian Junior Championships, and Tikam Singh, the gold medallist at the 2024 SGFI Nationals.
On the girls’ side, the squad is spearheaded by Samiksha Singh, Anshika, and Khushi Chand, all of whom stood on the podium at the 2024 Asian School Boys & Girls Championships in Al Ain, UAE.
The U-15 squad is no less impressive, featuring Ravi Sihag — a bronze medallist in Al Ain — and Trushna Mohite, the reigning sub-junior national champion in the 64-67 kg category.
India’s Youth Boxers Punch Their Way into Global Spotlight
These young contenders represent the hopes of a nation that has set its sights firmly on the 2036 Olympic Games. With this event offering a competitive platform against Asia’s best, the Indian squad is all set to test its mettle and carry forward the country’s rising boxing legacy.
Interim Committee Clears the Way for Smooth Participation
The Indian contingent’s participation was secured after the Boxing Federation of India’s Interim Committee resolved procedural hurdles in record time. Their timely intervention ensured the nation’s brightest boxing prospects could showcase their talent on this elite stage.
The team, including athletes, coaching staff, and officials, departed for Amman on April 17, with the tournament’s preliminary bouts set to begin on April 19 following the draw on April 18.
