India Names U-19 and U-23 Boxing Squads for Asian Championships in Jakarta
BFI says the tournament is a key development step to give young boxers international exposure and prepare them for medal contention
Overview
- The Boxing Federation of India published full men’s and women’s U-19 and U-23 rosters after an intensive national camp, confirming entries across all weight categories.
- Reigning Asian champion Vishvanath Suresh will lead the U-23 men’s team in the 50kg category and Futures Cup gold medallist Chandrika Bhoresh Pujari will head the U-19 girls in 51kg.
- The teams travel to Jakarta to contest the U-19 and U-23 Asian Boxing Championships, which begin on July 3, 2026.
- BFI president Ajay Singh described the event as a crucial stepping stone for young fighters, saying it will test depth, build consistency, and provide international experience.
- Beyond individual names, the selections signal India’s broader development plan to move promising juniors into elite competition and aim for multiple continental medals.