Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and reigning Asian Championships gold medallist Preeti Pawar will spearhead India’s 12-member challenge at the Grand Prix Usti nad Labem in Czechia from June 17-21, as the country continues its preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
The prestigious tournament, one of Europe’s oldest and most respected boxing competitions, will be held under World Boxing regulations and feature competition across 10 men’s and 10 women’s weight categories. It will provide Indian boxers with another opportunity to test themselves against quality international opposition and gain valuable match experience ahead of a busy international season.
Lovlina will compete in the 75kg category, while Preeti will represent India in the 54kg division. The women’s squad also includes Sakshi (51kg), Priya (60kg) and Parveen (65kg). However, World No. 1 Jaismine Lamboria and Arundhati Choudhary will miss the event as they continue their recovery from injuries.
The men’s team comprises Jadumani Singh (55kg), Sachin Siwach (60kg), Aditya Pratap (65kg), Sumit (70kg), Ankush (80kg), Kapil Pokhariya (90kg), and Narender (+90kg).
Boxing Federation of India president Ajay Singh said the tournament would be an important platform for the country’s leading boxers to gain experience against top international competitors.
“The Grand Prix Usti nad Labem is one of the most respected international boxing tournaments and offers an excellent platform for our athletes to compete against strong opposition from around the world. The squad includes many of our leading boxers, and such opportunities are important as they continue to gain experience, build confidence and test themselves in different competitive environments,” Singh said.
The tournament is part of BFI’s continued efforts to provide regular international exposure to Indian boxers as preparations intensify for major events, including the Commonwealth Games, in the coming months.
Squad:
Women: Sakshi (51kg), Preeti Pawar (54kg), Priya (60kg), Parveen (65kg), Lovlina Borgohain (75kg)
Men: Jadumani Singh (55kg), Sachin Siwach (60kg), Aditya Pratap (65kg), Sumit (70kg), Ankush (80kg), Kapil Pokhariya (90kg), Narender (+90kg)