NEW DELHI: Nine Indian boxers, including World Championships bronze medallists Deepak Bhoria and Nishant Dev, are set to participate in the first qualification tournament for the Paris Olympics in Busto Arsizio, Italy, from February 29 to March 12. The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) announced the squad, featuring experienced campaigners like Shiva Thapa and Jaismine Lamboria, who aim to secure Olympic quotas.
The nine-member squad includes Deepak Bhoria (51kg), Nishant Dev (71kg), Mohammad Hussamuddin (57kg), Shiva Thapa (63.5kg), Jaismine Lamboria (60kg), Ankushita Boro (66kg), Lakshya Chahar (80kg), Sanjeet Kumar (92kg), and Narender Berwal (+92kg).
