Archive · 8 Nov 2025
Auto Driver's Daughter Minakshi Hooda Becomes World Boxing Champion
Minakshi Hooda, whose father drives an auto-rickshaw, has become a world champion boxer!
Even though her family didn't have much money, her coach and parents believed in her.
She trained hard and won many matches, even beating tough opponents.
In the final match, she defeated a very experienced boxer from Kazakhstan.
This big win shows that with talent, hard work, and support, anyone can achieve their dreams, no matter where they come from.
She hopes her victory will inspire other young girls to follow their goals.
Minakshi Hooda, 24, from Rohtak, won the women's 48kg title at the 2025 World Boxing Championships in Liverpool.
Her father is an auto-rickshaw driver, and the family faced financial challenges during her upbringing.
Coach Vijay Hooda recognized her talent, provided initial support, and persuaded her father to let her train.
Minakshi previously won silver medals at the senior national championships and the Asian Amateur Boxing Championships (52kg).
She defeated multiple-time world champion Nazym Kyzaibay of Kazakhstan in the final by a 4-1 split decision.
- Who
- Minakshi Hooda
- What
- Became world champion in the women's 48kg category at the 2025 World Boxing Championships.
- When
- 2025
- Where
- Liverpool
- Why
- To achieve her dream of becoming a world champion and inspire others.
Financial Hardship
Support System and Dedication
Access to Training and Equipment
Financial Hardship
Minakshi's family faced significant financial struggles, making it difficult to afford specialized diets and equipment necessary for professional boxing.
Support System and Dedication
Her mother's determination, coach Vijay Hooda's belief, and her father's unwavering support, including borrowing money for tournaments, were crucial in overcoming financial barriers.
- Athlete
- Minakshi Hooda
- Sport
- Boxing
- Weight Category
- 48kg
- Event
- 2025 World Boxing Championships
- Location
- Liverpool
- Final Opponent
- Nazym Kyzaibay (Kazakhstan)
- Father's Occupation
- Auto-rickshaw driver
- Age
- 24
