Meet India’s Women Boxers Ready to Shine at Asian Games 2023
India’s formidable female boxing team, led by World Champion Nikhat Zareen, gears up for the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou, China, with a focus on medals and Paris Olympics qualification.
As the Asian Games 2023 approaches in Hangzhou, China, from September 23 to October 8, India’s female boxing contingent, guided by the experienced Nikhat Zareen, is poised to make its mark, eyeing both a rich medal haul and the coveted Paris Olympic ticket.
The boxing events at the Asian Games are set to commence on September 24. Below are the profiles of the Indian women boxers who will be participating in the Games, as provided by the Boxing Federation of India (BFI).
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Nikhat Zareen (50 kg)
- Date of Birth: 14-06-1996
- Place of Birth: Nizamabad, Telangana
- Style: Orthodox
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Nikhat Zareen, a two-time world champion, stands as a formidable presence in the global boxing arena. She holds the distinction of being the only Indian boxer, apart from Mary Kom, to secure multiple gold medals at the World Boxing Championships. Nikhat, hailing from Nizamabad, shattered norms by becoming the first Muslim woman to compete professionally for India. Her journey has been marked by resilience, including a comeback from a debilitating shoulder injury in 2017. Nikhat aims to shine at the Asian Games and secure her ticket to the Paris Olympics.
Achievements:
| Achievement | Year |
| Gold medal at World Championships, New Delhi, India | 2023 |
| Gold medal at National Boxing Championship, Bhopal | 2022 |
| Gold medal at Commonwealth Games, Birmingham | 2022 |
| Gold medal at World Championships, Istanbul | 2022 |
| Gold medal at Strandja Boxing Tournament, Bulgaria | 2022 |
| Gold medal at National Boxing Championships, Hisar | 2021 |
| Bronze medal at Istanbul Bosphorus tournament in Turkey | 2021 |
| Bronze medal at India Open, Guwahati | 2019 |
| Silver medal at the Thailand Open | 2019 |
| Asian Boxing Championships, Bangkok: Bronze | 2019 |
| 70th Strandja Boxing Tournament, Sofia, Bulgaria: Gold | 2019 |
| 56th Belgrade Winner International Championship; Serbia: | 2018 |
| Women Senior Nationals; Rohtak; Haryana: Bronze | 2018 |
| Gold at Senior National Championship, Guwahati | 2015 |
| Junior and Youth World Championship, Turkey: Gold | 2011 |
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Preeti Dahiya (54 Kg)
- Date of Birth: 23-10-2003
- Place of Birth: Bhiwani, Haryana
- Stance: Southpaw
Preeti’s boxing journey began at a young age under the guidance of her uncle, a national-level boxer. Her rapid rise in the sport includes winning silver and gold medals at the Khelo India Games and impressive performances at international events like the Youth Asian Championships and Senior Asian Championships. Preeti is determined to make her mark at the Asian Games and continue her journey towards excellence.
Achievements:
| Achievement | Year |
| Women’s World Championships – Participated | 2023 |
| Bronze medal at the Asian Championships, Jordan | 2022 |
| Gold at Khelo India Youth Games, Panchkula | 2021 |
| Youth Asian Championships, Silver | 2021 |
| Silver at Khelo India Youth Games, Guwahati | 2020 |
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Parveen Hooda (57 Kg)
- Date of Birth: 15-4-2000
- Hometown: Rurki Village, Rohtak, Haryana
- Style: Orthodox
Parveen Hooda’s remarkable journey from Rurki Village, Rohtak, exemplifies determination. With limited resources, she found her way into boxing through a local academy established by the village Sarpanch. Inspired by Mary Kom and Vijender Singh, Parveen climbed the ranks, securing medals at events like the South Asian Games and Asian Championships. She aims to add to her medal collection at the Asian Games.
Achievements:
| Achievement | Year |
| Gold at 2022 Asian Championships, Jordan | 2022 |
| Bronze at 2022 World Championships, Turkey | 2022 |
| Gold at 2021 Senior Nationals, Hisar | 2021 |
| Gold at 2019 South Asian Games, Nepal | 2019 |
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Jaismine Lamboria (60 Kg)
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- Date of Birth: 30-08-2001
- Place of Birth: Bhiwani, Haryana
- Style: Southpaw
Jaismine Lamboria‘s boxing journey began with the inspiration of her uncles, who achieved international success in the sport. Supported by her family, she excelled in national and international competitions, winning gold at the Youth Eskar All Female Box Cup and medals at events like the Commonwealth Games. Jaismine aspires to shine at the Asian Games with her growing experience.
Achievements:
| Achievement | Year | Tournament |
| Bronze at 2022 Commonwealth Games, Birmingham | 2022 | International |
| Silver at Boxam International Boxing tournament Castellon Spain 1st to 7th March 2021 | 2021 | International |
| Gold medal at Youth Eskar All Female Box Cup 2019 at Dublin, Ireland | 2019 | International |
| Bronze medal at ASBC Asian youth men’s and women’s boxing championship in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia on 11th to 17th November 2019 | 2019 | International |
| Gold medal at 3rd youth Women’s National Boxing Championship 2019 at Rudrapur, Uttarakhand | 2019 | National |
| Gold medal at All India University February 2019 at Udaipur, Rajasthan | 2019 | National |
| Gold medal at All India University boxing tournament from 20th to 24th December 2019 at C.C.S. University, Meerut | 2019 | National |
| Gold medal at Khelo India youth games from 10th to 22nd January 2020 at Guwahati, Assam | 2020 | National |
| Silver at 2021 Senior National Championships, Hisar | 2021 | National |
| Silver at 2022 National Games, Gujarat | 2022 | National |
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Arundhati Choudhary (66 Kg)
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- Date of Birth: September 5, 2001
- Place of Birth: Kota, Rajasthan
- Style: Southpaw
Arundhati Choudhary‘s journey from Kota, Rajasthan, reflects her determination to pursue a career in sports despite initial resistance. Her achievements include multiple gold medals at the Khelo India Games and impressive performances at international events like the IIBA Youth Men’s and Women’s World Championships. Arundhati aims to secure a gold medal for India at the Olympics, making the Asian Games a crucial step in her journey.
Achievements:
| Tournament | Year | Weight | Medal |
| National Junior Boxing Championship | 2017 | 60 kg | Gold |
| Junior National Men & Women Boxing Championship | 2018 | 70 kg | Silver |
| Khelo India School Games | 2018 | 60 kg | Gold |
| Khelo India Games | 2019 | 60 kg | Gold |
| Khelo India Guwahati | 2020 | 69 kg | Gold |
| Women’s Nationals | 2021 | 70 kg | Gold |
| Valeria Demyanova International Tournament | 2017 | 60 kg | Gold |
| 7th National Cup Serbia | 2018 | 60 kg | Gold |
| Junior Nations Cup | 2018 | 66 kg | Gold |
| Boxem International Youth Tournament Murcia, Spain | 2019 | 69 kg | Silver |
| Golden Gloves | 2019 | 69 kg | Participated |
| ASBC Youth Asian Men & Women Championship | 2019 | 69 kg | Bronze |
| AIBA Youth Men’s and Women’s World Boxing Championships | 2021 | 69 kg | Gold |
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Lovlina Borgohain (75 Kg)
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- Date of Birth: 02-10-1997
- Place of Birth: Assam
- Style: Orthodox
Tokyo Olympics bronze medalist Lovlina Borgohain‘s remarkable journey in boxing began with the guidance of her first coach, Padum Boro. Her accolades include gold at the Asian Championships and Senior National Championships. Lovlina’s determination and impressive track record make her a strong contender at the Asian Games, where she aims to shine and continue her quest for Olympic glory.
Achievements:
| Year | Tournament | Medal |
| 2023 | World Championships, New Delhi, India | Gold |
| 2022 | Senior National Championships, Bhopal | Gold |
| 2022 | Asian Championships, Dubai | Gold |
| 2021 | Tokyo Olympics | Bronze |
| 2020 | Asia-Oceania Olympic Qualifier, Jordan | Bronze |
| 2019 | World Championships, Russia | Bronze |
| 2019 | Umakhanov Memorial International Boxing Tournament, Russia | Gold |
| 2019 | India Open, Guwahati | Silver |
| 2019 | 70th Strandja Elite Women Boxing Championships, Sofia, Bulgaria | Bronze |
| 2019 | 3rd Women’s National Championship, Vijaynagar | Gold |
| 2018 | 20th AIBA Women’s World Championship, Delhi | Bronze |
| 2018 | Ulaanbaatar Cup, International Boxing Championship, Mongolia | Silver |
| 2018 | Indian Women’s Senior National Championships, Rohtak | Silver |
| 2018 | Indian Open Boxing Tournament, New Delhi | Gold |
| 2017 | President’s Cup tournament in Astana | Bronze |
| 2017 | Asian Boxing Championships, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam | Bronze |
| 2015 | Nations Women’s Youth Cup (Subotica, Serbia) | Silver |
| 2014 | Golden Gloves of Vojvodina Youth Memorial Tournament (Subotica, Serbia) | Bronze |
| 2014 | Nations Women’s Youth Cup (Vrbas, Serbia) | Bronze |
| 2013 | Nations Women’s Junior Cup (Zrenjanin, Serbia) | Silver |
| 2012 | Indian Women’s Junior National Championships | Gold |