World Boxing Cup China 2026: Jyoti Wins Gold as India Claims Six Medals in Guiyang
The Indian boxing contingent delivered a strong performance at the World Boxing Cup: China 2026 – Guiyang City, securing a total of six medals, including one gold, three silver, and two bronze medals.
Led by a dominant showing in the lower weight categories of the women's division, Indian pugilists went toe-to-toe with elite international fields in the Stage 2 event of the prestigious tour.
Jyoti Secures Top Honors in Women's 48kg
India’s solitary gold medal came courtesy of Jyoti, who put on a tactical masterclass in the women's flyweight (48kg) division. Facing Uzbekistan's formidable Farzona Fozilova in the final bout, Jyoti maintained a high work rate and clean punching to convince the judges and secure the top spot on the podium.
Three Silver Medals Bolster India's Tally
India came agonizingly close to expanding its gold count, concluding three highly competitive final bouts with silver medals:
- Minaksi (Women's 51kg): Minaksi advanced confidently through the draw but met her match in the final against home favorite Yu Wu of China, earning a commendable silver medal.
- Prachi (Women's 57kg): In the featherweight category, Prachi settled for silver after a grueling final clash against Uzbekistan's rising star, Nigina Uktamova.
- Deepak (Men's 70kg): Leading the men's charge, Deepak put up a spirited performance in the 70kg division, eventually taking home the silver medal after a tough encounter with Kazakhstan’s Ablaikhan Zhussupov.
Bronze Medals for Nikhil and Jugnoo
Two more Indian boxers made their presence felt on the podium by reaching the semi-final stages of their respective categories to secure bronze medals:
- Nikhil (Men's 55kg): Nikhil displayed excellent technique in the men's 55kg division, bowing out in the semi-finals to finish on the podium alongside co-bronze medalist Jiamao Zhang of China.
- Jugnoo (Men's 85kg): Competing in the heavier 85kg category, Jugnoo secured a shared bronze medal alongside Akmaljon Isroilov of Uzbekistan, proving India's competitive depth across weight classes.
India's Medal Winners at a Glance
| Athlete | Event | Medal | Opponent in Final / Podium Companion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jyoti | Women's 48kg | 🥇 Gold | Farzona Fozilova (UZB) |
| Minaksi | Women's 51kg | 🥈 Silver | Yu Wu (CHN) |
| Prachi | Women's 57kg | 🥈 Silver | Nigina Uktamova (UZB) |
| Deepak | Men's 70kg | 🥈 Silver | Ablaikhan Zhussupov (KAZ) |
| Nikhil | Men's 55kg | 🥉 Bronze | Jiamao Zhang (CHN) |
| Jugnoo | Men's 85kg | 🥉 Bronze | Akmaljon Isroilov (UZB) |
The six-medal haul at the Guiyang Stage underscores the steady progression of India’s boxing program as athletes continue to test their skills against world-class opposition ahead of the major international championships.