Hitesh Gulia First Indian Boxer to Win Gold at the World Boxing Cup

India’s boxing contingent made a remarkable debut at the 2025 World Boxing Cup held in Foz Do Iguacu, Brazil. In a stunning performance, Hitesh Gulia emerged as the first-ever Indian boxer to win a gold medal at this prestigious event. His victory was made even more special as he became the only Indian boxer to clinch gold at the World Boxing Cup. This victory came after his opponent, Odel Kamara of England, was unable to compete in the final due to an injury. Apart from Hitesh’s historic achievement, Abhinash Jamwal bagged a silver medal in the 65kg category, and four Indian boxers earned bronze medals in various weight classes. India finished with a total of six medals, marking a strong performance in their first-ever participation at the Elite level international meet organized by the newly-formed World Boxing.

Key Achievements of the Indian Boxing Team at World Boxing Cup 2025

Historic Gold Medal

• Hitesh Gulia became the first Indian boxer to win a gold medal at the World Boxing Cup.
• Opponent Injury: His opponent, Odel Kamara from England, was unable to compete in the 70 kg final due to an injury, handing Hitesh the gold.
• Preparation Camp: Hitesh credited the 10-day preparation camp in Brazil for enhancing his tactical skills, which proved to be a key factor in his success.
• Tactical Nuances: The camp helped him refine important strategies that played a crucial role in his victory.

Silver Medalist

• Abhinash Jamwal fought against the local favorite Yuri Reis in the 65 kg category but narrowly lost, securing a silver medal.

Bronze Medalists

• Jadumani Singh Mandengbam in the 50 kg category.
• Manish Rathore in the 55 kg category.
• Sachin in the 60 kg category.
• Vishal in the 90 kg category.

Indian Contingent Performance

• India sent a 10-member contingent to the tournament, marking their first major international competition since the Paris Olympics.
• This solid performance, with six medals, is expected to boost the squad’s confidence and prepare them for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

Significance of the Event

• The tournament provided fantastic exposure to the Indian boxers, giving them a valuable opportunity to compete at the elite international level.
• The performance at the World Boxing Cup is expected to serve as a confidence booster for the Indian team as they prepare for future international events and Olympic qualification.

Summary/Static	Details
Why in the news?	Hitesh Gulia First Indian Boxer to Win Gold at the World Boxing Cup
Historic Gold Medal	Hitesh Gulia became the first Indian boxer to win gold at the World Boxing Cup.
Opponent in Final	Odel Kamara of England was injured and couldn’t compete in the final.
Preparation Camp	The 10-day preparation camp in Brazil helped improve Hitesh’s tactical skills.
Silver Medalist	Abhinash Jamwal won silver in the 65 kg category.
Bronze Medalists	Jadumani Singh Mandengbam (50kg), Manish Rathore (55kg), Sachin (60kg), Vishal (90kg)
Indian Contingent Size	10-member contingent from India, competing in their first international meet.
India’s Medal Tally	India finished with 6 medals: 1 gold, 1 silver, and 4 bronze.
Impact on Future	Performance boosts confidence for upcoming international events and the 2028 Olympics.