India's Young Boxers Storm Finals at World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok with 4 Semifinal Wins

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India's young boxers maintained their dominant form at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok, as Chandrika, Gunjan, Joyshree Devi, and Ambekar Meetei secured finals berths with authoritative semifinal triumphs on Saturday, March 14.

In the women's 51kg division, Chandrika overpowered Morocco's Rihab Hamdoune via a Round 2 Referee Stopped Contest (RSC), clinching her spot in the gold-medal showdown with a display of relentless aggression.

Gunjan ruled the women's 48kg category, outclassing North Korea's Yu Gyong Kim 5-0 in a unanimous decision, her precise combinations and superior ring control paving the way to the final.

Joyshree Devi (54kg) unleashed a blistering first-round RSC stoppage against Mexico's Sofia Ramirez, her explosive power overwhelming the opponent early to guarantee a finals appearance.

In the men's 50kg bracket, Ambekar Meetei edged out Uzbekistan's Abdugani Yorkinjonov 5-0 unanimously, showcasing tactical mastery and flawless execution to advance.

Radhamani Longjam (57kg) battled valiantly but fell 2-3 to Ukraine's Yevanhelina Petruk in a tight semifinal, earning a well-deserved bronze medal.

With four finalists in tow, India's contingent eyes a golden haul as the tournament-from March 8-15 in Bangkok-nears its climax, spotlighting elite youth talent in Olympic weight classes for vital global experience.