Indian pugilists produced an exceptional display on the global stage, making a decisive mark at the 46th International Tammer Boxing Tournament. The Indian contingent secured a total of 14 medals, comprising 4 gold, 2 silver, and 8 bronze medals. With every member of the squad stepping onto the podium, the team finished at the very top of the overall medal standings, showcasing remarkable depth and tactical discipline.
Four Champions Secure Gold Medals
The tournament finals saw four Indian athletes rise to the occasion to claim gold in their respective divisions. The golden haul came largely through the women's contingent alongside a fine performance in the men's draw. Aarti Dhariyal (54 kg), Ankushita Boro (65 kg), and Commonwealth Games gold medallist Arundhati Choudhary (70 kg) triumphed in the women's events, while Pawan Bartwal (55 kg) secured the top spot in the men's category. Meanwhile, experienced competitors Mohammad Hussamuddin (men's 60 kg) and Jaismine (women's 57 kg) took home silver medals following tightly contested final bouts.
Commanding Performances in the Ring
The championship bouts highlighted the tactical control and aggressive execution of the Indian finalists. Aarti Dhariyal dominated her summit clash against Scotland's Kernachan Stephen, cruising to a clean 5-0 unanimous verdict. Arundhati Choudhary had to dig deep against Ireland's resilient Igharo Evelyn Ivee, ultimately clinching a thrilling 3-2 split decision victory. Ankushita Boro displayed great precision against England's Thompstone Ella, sealing a convincing 4-1 victory to earn the gold medal for the country.
Tournament Legacy and Testing Bench Strength
Organised annually since 1977, the Tammer tournament remains one of the most demanding fixtures on the international boxing calendar. For this edition, India fielded a 14-member contingent that blended raw youth with proven tournament experience. The strategic goal behind fielding this group was to provide top-tier international bout exposure to the nation's second- and third-tier boxers across Olympic weight categories, ensuring that the wider talent pool is battle-tested for upcoming global assignments.
Solid Bronze Returns Anchor Historic Run
Beyond the finalists, eight Indian boxers delivered spirited efforts to reach the semifinals and secure bronze medals. The men's bronze medallists included Vivek Meena (65 kg), Hitesh (70 kg), Akshay (80 kg), Bobin Chauhan (90 kg), and Chetan Chaudhary (over 90 kg). In the women's divisions, Tanu (51 kg), Disha Patil (60 kg), and Imroj Khan (75 kg) stood on the podium with bronze medals. This comprehensive medal return across every entered category underlines the strength and bright prospects of Indian boxing moving forward.
