India open boxing: Sachin Siwach reaches quarters, all 6 Indian women also advance
PTI, May 21, 2019, 10:28 AM IST
New Delhi: Former world youth champion Sachin Siwach outclassed his Argentine rival Ramon Nicanor Quiroga as all seven Indians in fray had a smooth sailing on the opening day of the Indian Open boxing tournament here Monday.
Fresh from a bronze at the GeeBee Boxing tournament, Siwach used his height to full advantage, dominating the bout right from the first round en route a 5-0 win by a unanimous decision in the 52kg men’s category at the Karmabir Nabin Chandra Bordoloi Indoor Stadium.
Siwach will next face former world championship bronze medalist Rogen Ladon in the quarterfinal and aiming to avenge his semifinal defeat by a split-decision in the President’s Cup.
“It was a narrow defeat last time. But now I’ve now improved my speed and skill and I will look forward to settle scores this time,” Siwach told PTI.
Siwach features in the bottom half of the draw that has Commonwealth Games gold medalist Gaurav Solanki, while the top-half in the 52kg draw features Asian Games gold medalist Amit Panghal.
“When it comes to Indians we all know each other’s strengths and weaknesses. It’s a tough road ahead as flyweight is highly competitive. But as of now my focus is on the next round against the Filipino boxer,” the 20-year-old talented boxer from Haryana said.
Siwach was the only Indian in the fray in the men’s section, while the women’s category saw all of them making the next round.
Former world championship silver medalist Sonia Lather began her campaign with a 5-0 win over Chandra Kala Thapa to reach the quarterfinals in the 57kg.
In the women’s 60kg, Preeti Beniwal put up a robust display to outclass her Nepalese opponent Sangita Sunar in a unanimous 5-0 victory to make the quarters.
Making her competitive debut in the 60kg, Shashi Chopra too had an easy outing defeating Bhutan’s Tandin Choden 5-0 by unanimous decision.
Manisha Maun defeated Nesthy Petecio of Phillipines 4-1 in the 57kg category. Jyoti Gulia and Anamakia also made the quarterfinals with easy wins over their respective opponents.
Udayavani is now on Telegram. Click here to join our channel and stay updated with the latest news.
Top News
Related Articles More
Archery WC: India women’s compound team wins gold
IPL 2024: ‘Cricket is turning into baseball’, says Sam Curran after PBKS’ world record run chase
There is a lot left in the tank: Du Plessis on RCB snaping six-game losing streak
Yuvraj identifies Surya, Bumrah as key to India’s prospects in T20 World Cup
IPL 2024: I’ll sleep better, says Faf du Plessis
MUST WATCH
Latest Additions
Kejriwal continuing as CM even after arrest puts political interest over national interest, says Delhi HC
Annual religious festival of Sri Mahalingeshwara temple commences in Kalathur Village
Bollywood star Shilpa Shetty visits Sri Kodamanittaya Kshetra
Firing outside Salman Khan’s home: Lookout circular issued against Anmol Bishnoi
Pune court asks police to probe bribery allegations against IT major Cognizant