Síofra Lawless wins gold at World Junior Boxing Championships
Síofra Lawless has claimed a second gold for Ireland at the World Junior Boxing Championships in Armenia with a comprehensive defeat of India's Shrushti Sachin Sathe.
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Junior World Boxing Championships: Amisha, Prachi, Hardik Sign Off With Silver; 9 Players To Fight For Gold
Indian boxers Hardik Panwar, Amisha Keretta and Prachi Tokas signed off with silver medals after suffering defeats in their respective finals at the IBA Junior World Boxing Championships in Yerevan, Armenia. Asian junior champion Hardik (80kg) conceded a narrow 2-3 loss to Ashurov Bairamkhan of Russia in a closely-fought contest on Sunday. Both the boxers looked aggressive in the bout, grabbing every opportunity to score points and keeping the spectators on the edge of their seats. However, the Russian did enough to tilt the result in his favour.
Junior World Championships: 12 Indian boxers Storm Into Finals
Indian boxers on Friday continued their fine form at the IBA Junior World Boxing Championships as 12 of them entered the finals after stunning displays in the last four rounds in Yerevan, Armenia. Amisha (54kg) and Payal (48kg) started the day on a winning note for India against Trigos Bucur Rocio of Romania and Bibolsynkyzy Sila of Kazakhstan, both winning the bout by an unanimous 5-0 verdict. Prachi Tokas ( 80kg) put up a dominant show over Osipova Mariia of Russia, forcing the referee to stop the contest in the first round itself.
Junior World Championships: 12 Indian boxers Storm Into Finals
Indian boxers on Friday continued their fine form at the IBA Junior World Boxing Championships as 12 of them entered the finals after stunning displays in the last four rounds in Yerevan, Armenia. Amisha (54kg) and Payal (48kg) started the day on a winning note for India against Trigos Bucur Rocio of Romania and Bibolsynkyzy Sila of Kazakhstan, both winning the bout by an unanimous 5-0 verdict. Prachi Tokas ( 80kg) put up a dominant show over Osipova Mariia of Russia, forcing the referee to stop the contest in the first round itself.
Medal for John Donoghue in Armenia as IABA criticises Department of Sport on boycott issue
John Donoghue has secured at least a bronze medal at the World Junior Championships after winning his quarter-final bout against Russia's Zakhar Bespalov, while the IABA has criticised the Department of Sport for a "lack of communication" around its former boycott of Russia and Belarus.
'Just let the kid box' - IABA's boycott of Russian and Belarusian boxers under fire
The Irish Athletic Boxing Association is coming under pressure to reverse its boycott of Russian boxers and allow Mullingar youngster John Donoghue to fight for a medal at the Junior World Championships on Thursday.
Turkey faces scrutiny as exports to Russia surge, fuelling concerns of sanctions evasion
Turkish exports of essential goods to Russia, crucial for Moscow's military production, have experienced a significant spike in 2023.
Grealish, Nunes, Kovacic, Stones - Man City injury news and predicted return dates
Pep Guardiola is not expecting an immediate selection boost for Manchester City heading into their Champions League game with RB Leipzig on Tuesday night, but things are finally starting to ease up for the treble winners in their treatment room at the Etihad Stadium.