Taking the ring first, Commonwealth Games gold medallist Nitu put up a stupendous performance to see off Mongolia’s Lutsaikhan Altansetseg 5-0 and claim the title in the minimum weight category (48kg) in front of a packed crowd.
“Congratulations to @NituGhanghas333 on winning the prestigious Gold Medal in the Women’s Boxing World Championships. India is elated by her remarkable feat,” Modi tweeted.
Congratulations to@NituGhanghas333 on winning the prestigious Gold Medal in the Women’s Boxing World Championships… https://t.co/DkRFsRs80W
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) 1679763250000
The other Indian boxer in action on the day, Saweety became the light heavyweight (81kg) world champion with a 4-3 win over China’s Wang Lina.
“Exceptional performance by @saweetyboora ! Proud of her for winning the Gold Medal in Women’s Boxing World Championships. Her success will inspire many upcoming athletes,” the PM posted on the social media platform.
Exceptional performance by @saweetyboora! Proud of her for winning the Gold Medal in Women’s Boxing World Champions… https://t.co/JLnbRjVp6L
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) 1679763285000
On Sunday, reigning world champion Nikhat Zareen and Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain will take the ring in the finals of their respective weight categories, as hosts India look to match their best-ever performance in terms of gold medals won in the tournament.
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