World Boxing Futures Cup 2026: India Assures Five Medals As Youth Boxers Reach Semifinals

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World Boxing Futures Cup 2026: India’s youth boxing team confirmed five medals at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok on Friday, March 13, 2026. Five boxers reached the semifinals after strong quarterfinal wins, securing at least bronze at this global youth event in Olympic weight classes.

Morning session: Gunjan and Joyshree lead Indian charge

Gunjan (48kg) gave India a strong start in the morning session. She beat Azerbaijan’s Gular Huseynova by a 5-0 unanimous decision. Soon after, Joyshree Devi (54kg) stopped Japan’s Yura Kanemaru. The bout ended in round one, after a Referee Stopped Contest decision.

Meetei adds third medal; Pujari and Longjam shine later

In the men’s 50kg category, Ambekar Meetei added to India’s tally. He defeated Japan’s Akira Uekubo with a 4-1 score. During the evening session, Chandrika Pujari (51kg) beat Spain’s Andrea Buelga García by RSC in the second round, sealing another assured medal.

Longjam advances; Duhan misses out

India’s fifth semifinalist came from the women’s 57kg division. Radhamani Longjam earned a 4-1 win over England’s Siobhan Haley. In contrast, Sahil Duhan (60kg) exited the competition. He lost his quarterfinal bout 1-4 against France’s David Harutyunyan in a tough contest.

World Boxing Furture Cup 2026: Quarterfinal results for Indian boxers

Tournament details and next targets for India

The World Boxing Futures Cup is being held in Bangkok from March 8 to 15. It features youth boxers from many nations. The event serves as a key platform for development and global exposure. India’s five semifinalists will now try to turn medals into gold.