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Wrestler Antim Panghal scripts history with successful title defence in Jordan

Antim Panghal on Friday scripted history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to win back-to-back U20 world titles as…

IANS | New Delhi | August 19, 2023 2:45 pm

Wrestler Antim Panghal scripts history with successful title defence in Jordan

Wrestler Antim Panghal scripts history with successful title defence in Jordan (photo: IANS)

Antim Panghal on Friday scripted history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to win back-to-back U20 world titles as she defended her 53kg crown.

Panghal defeated her Ukrainian rival Mariia Yefremova 4-0.

Meanwhile, Indian wrestler Savita became U20 World Champion in 62kg category and Priya Malik in 76kg.

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Whereas, Antim Kundu bagged silver in 65kg, and Reena 57kg, Arju 68kg, Harshita 72kg won bronze each.

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