Archive · 11 Jan 2026
Jadumani Defeats Panghal at Boxing Nationals
At the National Boxing Championships in Greater Noida, young boxer Jadumani Singh surprised everyone by beating the experienced Amit Panghal.
Jadumani used his speed and power to win all five rounds.
In the women's section, Nikhat Zareen, Lovlina Borgohain, and Minakshi Hooda all won their matches and moved to the finals.
There was some controversy when a judging dispute delayed a match, but eventually, Pranjal Yadav was declared the winner.
The winners will now prepare for their final matches.
Jadumani Singh defeated Amit Panghal 5-0 in the 55kg semifinal.
Nikhat Zareen, Lovlina Borgohain, and Minakshi Hooda advanced to the finals in their respective categories.
A judging controversy delayed the women's 65kg semifinal, with Pranjal Yadav eventually winning 4-1.
Jadumani will face Pawan Bartwal in the 55kg final.
Other notable winners include Mohammad Hussamuddin and Abhinash Jamwal in the men's semifinals.
- Who
- Jadumani Singh, Amit Panghal, Nikhat Zareen, Lovlina Borgohain, Minakshi Hooda, Mohammad Hussamuddin, Abhinash Jamwal, Neeraj Phogat, Pranjal Yadav
- What
- Boxing semifinals and controversies at the National Championships
- When
- January 9
- Where
- Greater Noida
- Why
- Competition for national titles and Olympic qualification
Boxers
Judges
Judging Controversy
Boxers
Boxers and their teams protested the scoring, arguing it was unfair.
Judges
Judges defended their scoring, maintaining it was based on the rules.
- Event
- National Boxing Championships
- Location
- Greater Noida
- Date
- January 9
- Jadumani's Category
- 55kg
- Nikhat's Category
- 51kg
- Lovlina's Category
- 75kg
- Controversial Bout
- Women's 65kg Semifinal
- Jadumani's Next Match
- Final against Pawan Bartwal
Sources
Boxing Nationals: Young Jadumani floors Panghal; Nikhat and Lovlina march on
Boxing Nationals: Next-Gen announces arrival as Jadumani Singh batters veteran Amit Panghal
Upset alert: Jadumani stuns Panghal at boxing nationals
Elite Nationals: Lovlina advances to final; Ankushita & Gitimoni settle for bronze
Boxing Nationals: No stopping Nikhat, Lovlina!
National Boxing Championships: Jadumani Singh triumphs over Pawan Bartwal to claim first gold
