Manama: India’s young boxing contingent achieved a historic milestone at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025 in Bahrain, finishing with an impressive three gold, one silver and one bronze medal, marking the nation’s best-ever performance in youth boxing at the continental level.

In a golden morning session, Khushi Chand (46kg) opened India’s tally with a confident 4:1 victory over China’s Luo Jinxiu, showcasing superior ring control and precision. Ahaana Sharma (50kg) followed with a statement win, forcing a Referee Stopped Contest (RSC) in Round 1 against Ma Jong Hyang of the People’s Republic of Korea. Chandrika Bhoreshi Pujari (54kg) then completed India’s golden hat-trick, dominating Uzbekistan’s Muhammadova Kumriniso in a commanding 5:0 decision.

The medal count could rise even higher as

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