Bhopal girls bag silver, two bronze at junior boxing nationals

Bhopal: Female pugilists from Bhopal based boxing academy have etched their names in glory, clinching one silver and two bronze medals at the Under-17 Junior National Boxing Championship concluded at Nagpur on Saturday. In a dazzling display of grit and skill, Varidhi Dubey stormed into the finals in the 66kg category, delivering a flurry of punches to secure silver. "Every bout was a battle, but my training back home pushed me through," said the elated Dubey, who outclassed rivals with her precision footwork and relentless aggression. Riddhi Pandey, competing in the fiercely contested 70kg division, fought valiantly to claim bronze, showcasing superior ring craft against top national contenders. Meanwhile, Sneha Verma powered her way to bronze in the 75kg category, her knockout combinations leaving opponents reeling. "This medal is for Madhya Pradesh—our academy's drills made it possible," Verma declared post-match. The trio's triumphs underscore the rising prowess of Madhya Pradesh's female boxers on the national stage. Officials hailed the feat as a milestone for the state's burgeoning sports ecosystem. "These young warriors embody the discipline and fire we're instilling through world-class facilities," said a senior academy coach. With state-of-the-art training hubs and dedicated programs, Madhya Pradesh producing national boxers. The medals not only boost morale but also signal brighter days ahead for the sport. As the academy eyes more nationals and internationals, these victories fuel dreams of international medals.