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Lairenlakpam Ambekar Meetei ends India's 16-year wait, reaches Youth Olympics boxing final
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What Happened?
Lairenlakpam Ambekar Meetei has reached the men's 50kg boxing final at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics, ending a 16-year wait for India. He won against Colombia's Izzon Jeffrey Galea Arevalo with a unanimous 5-0 decision.
Key points
- Meetei defeated Izzon Jeffrey Galea Arevalo 5-0 in the semifinals.
- All five judges scored the bout in Meetei's favor.
- He is the first Indian boxer to reach a Youth Olympics final since Shiva Thapa in 2010.
- Meetei will compete for gold against Ireland's Kristian Jubani.
- Jubani reached the final by defeating Mexico's Alan Jesus Ocampo Cano 5-0.
- The final is scheduled for November 12, 2026.
Key insights
- Meetei's achievement highlights the potential of Indian boxing on the global stage.
- A gold medal would mark a significant milestone for Indian sports.
- The Youth Olympics serve as a platform for young athletes to showcase their talent.
Why it matters
Meetei's success could inspire future generations of Indian boxers.
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Lairenlakpam Ambekar Meetei· PersonIzzon Jeffrey Galea Arevalo· PersonKristian Jubani· PersonIndia· CountryDakar· CityYouth Olympics· Event
Source
India Today
