Indian boxing team set for Asian U15 & U17 Championships in Tashkent

A 56-member Indian boxing contingent is all set to begin its campaign at the Asian Boxing U15 & U17 Championships 2026, scheduled to be held from May 1 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, bringing together the continent's most promising young talents across multiple weight categories, according to a release from the Boxing Federation of India (BFI).

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India heads into the prestigious age-group tournament with a strong and well-rounded squad across both boys' and girls' categories, reflecting the country's continued focus on grassroots development and nurturing future champions.

Squad Composition and Support Staff

The U-17 teams will see 13 boxers each in the boys' and girls' categories, competing across weight divisions ranging from 44-46kg to +80kg, supported by four coaches and a physiotherapist per squad. Meanwhile, the U-15 teams feature 15 boxers each in both boys' and girls' divisions, competing across 30-33kg to +70kg categories, with five coaches and a physiotherapist accompanying each side.

BFI President on India's Boxing Future

Speaking ahead of the tournament, Boxing Federation of India President Ajay Singh said the championships will give young Indian boxers valuable international exposure and a chance to compete against Asia's best. "These championships are an important platform for our young boxers to gain international exposure and test themselves against the best in Asia. Over the past two years, boxing has established itself as India's top-performing sport, consistently delivering the highest number of medals across major international events, including multi-sport competitions like the Youth Asian Games as well as World and Continental Championships. This sustained success reflects the growing depth of our grassroots program. We have a strong group of talented athletes across age categories, and we are confident this batch represents the next wave of upcoming talent and future champions for Indian boxing," he said.

A Platform for Future Champions

The championships serve as a crucial platform for identifying and developing the next generation of elite boxers, with many of these young athletes expected to progress through the national pathway and represent India at major international competitions in the years to come.

With a strong pipeline of emerging talent and structured support staff in place, the Indian contingent will look to make a strong impression and continue the country's rising trajectory in international boxing. (ANI)