Elorda Cup 2024: Nikhat Zareen leads India's charge as four boxers confirm silver medals

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Astana, (Kazakhstan), May 16: In a display of exceptional skill and determination, Indian women boxers have stormed into the finals of the Elorda Cup 2024, with reigning world champion Nikhat Zareen leading the charge.

Nikhat's stunning 5-0 victory over Kazakhstan's Tomiris Myrzakul in the women's 52kg category has set the stage for a thrilling final showdown.

Joining Nikhat in the finals are three other Indian pugilists - Minakshi (48kg), Anamika (50kg), and Manisha (60kg) - who have showcased their dominance in their respective weight categories.

Minakshi and Manisha displayed commanding performances in their semi-final bouts, securing unanimous 5-0 victories against their Kazakh opponents, Gulnaz Buribayeva and Tangatar Assem, respectively. Meanwhile, Anamika advanced to the finals after her opponent, Gulnar Turapbay of Kazakhstan, was disqualified for excessive holding.

Despite a valiant effort, Sonu (63kg) and Manju Bamboriya (66kg) concluded their campaigns with bronze medals after facing tough defeats in their last-four clashes. Sonu narrowly lost to Uzbekistan's Zieda Yarasheva with a scoreline of 2-3, while Manju Bamboriya succumbed to a 0-5 loss against China's Liu Yang.

Looking ahead, Shalakha Singh Sansanwal (70kg) and Monika (81+kg) are set to compete in their semi-final matches later today, aiming to secure berths in the finals.

In the men's category, four Indian pugilists - Yaiphaba Singh Soibam (48kg), Abhishek Yadav (67kg), Vishal (86kg), and Gaurav Chauhan (92+kg) - are gearing up for their semi-final bouts scheduled for Friday.

The finals of the Elorda Cup 2024 promise to deliver riveting matches as the Indian contingent showcases its prowess on the international stage. With Nikhat Zareen leading the charge and a talented lineup of boxers vying for glory, Indian boxing enthusiasts have much to anticipate come Saturday.