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Elorda Cup: Nikhat, 3 other Indian women boxers cruise into finals

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May 17, 2024 10:05

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ASTANA (Kazakhstan): Reigning world champion Nikhat Zareen registered a sensational 5-0 win over Kazakhstan’s Tomiris Myrzakul to enter the women’s 52kg final at the Elorda Cup 2024 in Astana, Kazakhstan on Thursday.

Besides Nikhat, Minakshi (48kg), Anamika (50kg) and Manisha (60kg) also made their ways into the finals comfortably.

Minakshi and Manisha put up similar dominating displays in their semi-finals to grab a 5-0 unanimous victories against Kazakh boxers Gulnaz Buribayeva and Tangatar Assem respectively.

Mar 12, 2021 17:03

Vijender Singh Majestic Pride Casino Ship

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Mar 10, 2021 17:03

Vijender Singh pro bout tickets go on sale online from Saturday

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Mar 10, 2021 15:03

Farhan Akhtar's 'Toofaan' premieres May 21 on Amazon Prime Video

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Mar 04, 2021 18:03

Annual intl boxing tournament to be organized in UAE

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Mar 01, 2021 16:03

Vijender set for pro return on March 19 in Goa on casino ship

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Feb 23, 2021 17:02

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Feb 22, 2021 15:02

AIBA questions IOC’s decision to cancel world qualifiers

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Feb 04, 2021 17:02

Ajay Singh re-elected BFI prez; Asian c'ships in April/May

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Feb 02, 2021 20:02

Herbalife renews contract with its sponsored athletes

BENGALURU: Herbalife Nutrition, the global leader in nutrition, announced the renewal of the contract with its sponsored athletes for the year 2021.

Feb 01, 2021 18:02

Iranian Boxing League invites Amit Pangal to participate

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