Nupur Sheoran Secures First Medal for India at World Boxing Championships
Nupur Sheoran made history for India at the World Boxing Championships by defeating Oltinoy Sotimboeva and securing a place in the semifinals. Her win assures India of at least a bronze medal in the +80kg category. Other Indian boxers, including Jadumani Singh and Abhinash Jamwal, also advanced in their events.
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In a remarkable achievement, heavyweight boxer Nupur Sheoran has clinched India's first medal at the World Boxing Championships by triumphing over Uzbekistan's Oltinoy Sotimboeva in the semifinals on Wednesday. With this, Nupur has guaranteed at least a bronze medal for India.
Entering the championship for the first time, the determined boxer won her bout with a dominant 4-1 decision, ensuring her place among the top four in the +80kg category. This weight category included only 10 competitors, making her victory even more significant.
Meanwhile, other Indian contenders, including Jadumani Singh (48kg) and Abhinash Jamwal (65kg), have advanced to the men's quarterfinals, delivering comprehensive victories. However, hopes were dashed for Jugnoo Ahlawat (85kg) after a first-round defeat by Scotland's Robert McNulty.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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