Prachi Tokas Assures India’s First Medal at World Under-19 Boxing Championships

Indian boxer Prachi Tokas has secured India’s first medal at the World Under-19 Boxing Championships by advancing to the semifinals in the women’s 80+ kg category. She defeated Samoa’s Keely Perez to book her place in the last four. Prachi will next face Russian boxer Samira Itoniyeva in the semifinal, as she looks to progress further in the tournament.

India also recorded important victories in other women’s weight categories. Harshika defeated Australia’s Tiana Reeve 4–0 in the 65 kg category, while Lakshu edged past Turkey’s Buse Nur Yahan 3–2 in the 70 kg category. Both boxers advanced to the quarterfinals, strengthening India’s campaign at the international championship.