Amit Panghal: All You Need To Know About Indian Boxer Competing in Paris Olympics 2024

Amit Panghal, an acclaimed amateur boxer and Junior Commissioned Officer in the Indian Army, hails from Haryana and is one of the two male boxers in India's Paris Olympics 2024 boxing contingent..

The 28-year-old made history by becoming the first Indian to win a medal at the World Boxing Championships in 2019. Here is all you need to know about the boxer:

Early Life and Education

Born and raised in a farming family in Rohtak, Amit Panghal was inspired to take up boxing by his brother, Ajay. At the age of 12, in 2007, he joined Chotturam Academy to pursue his passion for the sport.

Domestic Career

After enrolling in Chotturam Academy, Amit Panghal balanced his training with qualifying for the Indian Army. In his first competition in 2016, he went on to win the National Boxing Championships in 2017 while representing Haryana. This success marked the beginning of an impressive international boxing career.

International Debut and Career

Representing India in the 2017 Asian Amateur Boxing Championships in Tashkent, Amit Panghal made a significant impact in the flyweight category. He continued to excel, achieving notable victories in continental and global competitions. In 2019, he became the first Indian to win a silver medal at the World Boxing Championships.

Commonwealth Games: Amit Panghal has secured two consecutive medals in the Commonwealth Games in the flyweight category: a silver medal in the Gold Coast in 2018 and a gold medal in Birmingham in 2022.
Asian Games: In the continental showdown, the player won the gold medal in 2018 Jakarta.

Family and Personal Life

Amit lives with his wife and parents. His father, Vijender Singh Panghal, is a farmer, and his mother is a homemaker. His brother, Ajay Panghal, serves in the Indian Army. As of now, Amit Panghal's relationship status indicates that he is married to Pooja Rani.

Achievements and Recognition

In recognition of his contributions to both the country and the sport, Amit Panghal was honored with the Arjuna Award by the Government of India in 2022. He also received the Vishisht Seva Medal in April 2020.

Salary & Income

The specific details regarding Amit Panghal's salary or remuneration are not publicly available. However, the player is part of the TOPS scheme of the Government of India.

Recent Performances

In his last seven matches, including the Paris Olympics qualifiers and the 2024 Strandja Memorial Finals, Amit Panghal has secured six victories by unanimous decision and one by split decision.

Future Prospects

At 28, Amit Panghal will be competing in his second Olympics after a challenging experience in Tokyo. Set to fight in the Round of 16 on July 30, he aims to advance further and make his country proud with a strong performance.