Lovlina, Nikhat record title wins at Women’s World Boxing Championships
Lovlina defeated Australia’s Caitlin Parker in the 75kg final to win the world title at the World Women’s Boxing Championship in New Delhi on Sunday.
Lovlina defeated Australia’s Caitlin Parker in the 75kg final to win the world title at the World Women’s Boxing Championship in New Delhi on Sunday.
Living up to the expectations, Nikhat thrashed Thailand's Jitpong Jutamas without breaking a sweat in the 52kg final with judges scoring the bout 30-27, 29-28, 29-28, 30-27, 29-28 in the Indian's favour.
Pooja defeated Timea Nagy of Hungary by unanimous decision so provide some solace to the Indian hopes on a mixed day for them here.
The boxer from Rohtak completely dominated the 63kg opening round fight, attacking from the start. She not only timed her punches perfectly, but she also stood out in defence.
In the 70kg opening round, the 24-year-old star Indian boxer put on a spectacular performance to win 3-2 against former world champion Chen Nien-Chin.
Indian boxing legend M.C. Mary Kom scripted history by clinching a record sixth World Championship Gold medal after outclassing Ukraine's Hanna Okhota on Saturday.
