Assam’s Nikshita Konwar clinched a gold medal while Sandeep Basumatary secured a bronze at the 8th Men’s and Women’s National Youth Boxing Championship held in Guwahati on April 19. The tournament, hosted at Assam Don Bosco University in Sonapur, saw strong performances from local athletes in front of a home crowd.
Nikshita’s victory in the under-19 girls’ 65 kg category marked a major achievement for Assam in the national event.
Nikshita Konwar won gold and Sandeep Basumatary secured bronze at the National Youth Boxing Championship held in Guwahati. Nikshita defeated Haryana’s Vanshika in the final, earning her first national junior title, while both athletes have been selected for a national training camp.
Nikshita Konwar Wins Gold in Guwahati
Nikshita Konwar delivered a strong performance in the final:
- Category: Under-19 Girls’ 65 kg
- Opponent: Vanshika (Haryana)
- Result: 3-2 victory on points
She won the first two rounds, while her opponent took the third, with the final decision going in her favour based on points.
This marks her first national junior title.
Road to the Final
Nikshita advanced to the final after:
- Defeating a boxer from Andhra Pradesh (4-1) in the semi-final
She is trained by Pranamika Bora and Kalpana Choudhury.
Sandeep Basumatary Secures Bronze
Sandeep Basumatary also delivered a strong campaign:
- Category: Boys’ 80 kg
- Result: Bronze medal after semi-final loss
His performance contributed to Assam’s medal tally at the championship.
Championship Held in Guwahati
The event was organised at Assam Don Bosco University, Sonapur, reinforcing Guwahati’s role as a host for national-level sports.
- Organised by: Assam Amateur Boxing Association
- Supported by: Boxing Federation of India
Officials, including President Siddhartha Bhattacharya and Secretary Hemanta Kumar Kalita, congratulated the athletes.
Selection for National Camp
Based on their performances:
- Both Nikshita and Sandeep have been selected for the national high-performance camp
- The selection provides an opportunity for further training at the national level
Why This Matters for Guwahati
The achievement highlights:
- Growing strength of sports talent in Assam
- Importance of hosting national events in Guwahati
- Boost to local interest in boxing and youth sports
What Happens Next
- Athletes will join the national training camp
- Future competitions may see further participation at higher levels
- Guwahati continues to host major sporting events
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was the Youth Boxing Championship held?
The tournament was held at Assam Don Bosco University in Sonapur, near Guwahati.
What did Nikshita Konwar achieve?
She won a gold medal in the under-19 girls’ 65 kg category, marking her first national junior title.