NEW DELHI: Controversy has erupted at the Paris Olympics after Indian boxer Nishant Dev lost in the quarter-finals of the men's 71 kg category. Despite appearing dominant in the first two rounds, Nishant was defeated by Mexico's Marco Verde with a 4-1 decision, sparking concerns over the scoring system's fairness.
The defeat led to an outcry from notable figures, including former Olympic medallist Vijender Singh and Bollywood actor Randeep Hooda. Both expressed their dissatisfaction with the judges' decisions, questioning the transparency of the scoring system.
