Meanwhile, veteran Pooja Rani (80kg) also entered the semifinals and will take on England’s Emily Asquith later in the day, aiming to become the fourth Indian boxer to advance to the finals.
World Boxing Cup Astana gold medallist Nupur Sheoran was the first Indian to be assured of a medal when she reached the women’s 80+ kg quarterfinals on Wednesday.
Jaismine and Romeu had earlier faced off in the gold medal bout in the World Cup in Astana and the Indian had prevailed after a close fight.
Elsewhere, two-time World Youth Champion Sakshi (54kg) and Olympian Jaismine Lamboria (57kg), the two notable entries representing the Services Sports Control Board (SSCB), registered thumping victories over their respective opponents on Saturday.
Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB) continued their dominance in the tournament to secure their fourth team championship title in a row with eight medals that included five gold, one silver and two bronze.
