Shiva Thapa Crashes Out Of Asian Games 2023, Sanjeet Too Bows Out

27.09.2023 - 11:31 sports.ndtv.com

Seasoned Indian boxer Shiva Thapa (63.5kg) crashed out of the Asian Games, beaten comprehensively by Kyrgyzstan Askat Kultaev while Sanjeet (92kg) also suffered a first round exit.

A record six-time Asian Championship medallist, Shiva, who received a first round bye, was beaten by Kultaev's relentless attacks and pace in a draining pre-quarterfinal bout.

It is a shocking loss as Shiva was a strong medal contender. He was even handed a favourable draw. Kultaev started off aggressively, his onslaught catching Shiva off guard.

The Indian took a few seconds to regroup and connect his powerful hooks. (Asian Games 2023 Medals Tally | Asian Games 2023 Full Schedule) But at a slight height disadvantage, Shiva was forced to fight from a distance with the judges ruling the first round 4-1 in favour of Aksat.

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