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Asian Games 2026: Boxer Ankush confirms medal for India, reaches 80 kg semifinal

27 Sep 2026, 11:02 GMT
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Article Asian Games 2026: Boxer Ankush confirms medal for India, reaches 80 kg semifinal

Indian pugilist Ankush Panghal confirmed his country a medal in men's 80 kg boxing at the ongoing Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya 2026, beating Tajikistan's Nekruz Salimov in the quarterfinals on Sunday. As per ESPN, Ankush beat Nekruz 5-0 in the quarterfinals via unanimous decision. Ankush's speed and punching were a class apart against the Tajik boxer. Nekruz was trying to counter-punch and defend in the first round, while Ankush was really proactive with his punches, especially the right hooks. T...