World No. 1 Minakshi and former World Cup champion Abhinash Jamwal will spearhead India’s challenge at the World Boxing Cup 2026 (Stage 2), scheduled to take place in Guiyang, China, from June 15 to June 21.
India enters the tournament on the back of an impressive run in the previous World Cup cycle, where the team consistently secured multiple medals across stages and delivered a strong overall tally in the finals, underlining its growing stature on the global stage.
The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has named a well-rounded squad featuring a blend of established performers and emerging talent across both men’s and women’s categories.
India is sending their second strong team to the competition as the main team is currently preparing for the coming Commonwealth Games 2026.
India currently stands third globally in terms of overall Top 10 ranked athletes, including a second-place position in the women’s category and fourth in the men’s.
Notably, India leads the world in the women’s division when it comes to the Top 3 ranked athletes, highlighting its dominance at the elite level.
The tournament presents a key opportunity for Indian boxers to gain valuable ranking points and continue building momentum in a crucial competitive season.
The team has been training at the national camp, with preparations focused on technical sharpness, fitness, and tactical execution ahead of the tournament.
India heads into the competition with sustained success at recent international events, including strong performances at the World Boxing Cup stages and the World Championships, reflecting the steady rise of Indian boxing on the global stage.
Indian Squad for World Boxing Cup 2026 (Stage 2)
Women: Jyoti (48kg), Minakshi (51kg), Poonam (54kg), Prachi (57kg), Mahi Lama (60kg), Saneh (65kg), Gitimoni G (70kg), Sanamacha C (75kg), Naina (80kg), Alfiya Tarannum Akram Khan Pathan (+80kg)
Men: Rishi S (50kg), Nikhil (55kg), Anmol (60kg), Abhinash Jamwal (65kg), Deepak (70kg), Aakash (75Kg), Malsawmtluanga (80kg), Jugnoo (85kg), Harsh Choudhary (90kg), Sawan G (+90kg)
Schedule for World Boxing Cup 2026
15 to 19 June – Preliminary round
June 20 – Semi-finals
June 21 – Finals
Where to Watch?
All the action from the World Boxing Cup is expected to be live-streamed on World Boxing’s official YouTube channel.
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