India Shines with 27 Medals at Asian U19 & U22 Boxing Championships 2025

India’s boxing contingent concluded their campaign at the Asian Under-19 & Under-22 Boxing Championships 2025 on a high note, with Ritika winning gold in the women’s 80-plus kg category. The prestigious tournament, held in Bangkok, witnessed India’s dominance, as the country secured a total of 27 medals across both age groups.

Breakdown of Medal Tally

U19 Team Performance:

• The Under-19 team had an outstanding run, finishing second overall with 14 medals – 3 gold, 7 silver, and 4 bronze.
• They were just behind Uzbekistan in the gold medal count, showcasing the depth of young Indian boxing talent.

U22 Team Performance:

• The Under-22 team also performed admirably, securing 13 medals – 1 gold, 4 silver, and 8 bronze.
• Ritika emerged as the only gold medalist for the U22 squad, highlighting her remarkable skill and determination.

Notable Medal-Winning Performances

The championships saw some exceptional bouts from Indian boxers:

• Yatri Patel – Silver in Women’s 57kg
• Priya – Silver in Women’s 60kg
• Neeraj – Silver in Men’s 75kg
• Ishan Kataria – Silver in Men’s 90+kg

Their performances contributed significantly to India’s overall medal tally and international boxing reputation.

India’s Recent Boxing Success Story

This victory follows an impressive show earlier in the year, when India’s U15 and U17 boxing teams bagged a combined total of 43 medals at the Asian Championships.
The U15 squad was especially dominant, winning 11 gold medals, the highest by any team in that category.

Significance of the Achievement

The results at the Asian U19 & U22 Championships 2025 reinforce India’s rising status in the world of amateur boxing. The consistent medal hauls at age-group championships suggest a strong talent pipeline, capable of excelling at continental and global stages in the coming years.