India’s boxing team is set to kick off its campaign at the Asian Elite Boxing Championships 2026 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. In the women’s draw, Preeti Pawar, Priya, Minakshi, and Pooja Rani face tough opening bouts against opponents from Kazakhstan and Japan.
Meanwhile, stars like Nikhat Zareen, Lovlina Borgohain, Jaismine, and Ankushita Boro advance with byes. In the men’s section, Vishvanath Suresh, Jadumani Singh, and Sachin headline key clashes, with Jadumani facing top seed Rui Yamaguchi.
Several Indian boxers, including Ankush and Narender, progress directly to the next round. With a balanced mix of challenging bouts and byes, India aims for a strong start.