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Asian Games 2026: Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain has created history by winning the gold medal in the women's 75kg boxing event at the Asian Games 2026. Lovlina defeated China's Bao Jiyi 5-0 in the final to secure the gold medal for India.
The victory is a major milestone for Lovlina, as she has become only the second Indian woman boxer to win an Asian Games gold medal, after legendary boxer Mary Kom.
Lovlina Borgohain Wins Gold at Asian Games 2026, Beats China’s Bao Jiyi 5-0
Lovlina Borgohain faced China's Bao Jiyi in the women's 75kg boxing final. The contest was closely fought during the opening rounds, with both boxers looking to gain an early advantage.
Lovlina remained patient and focused on landing clean punches. She finished the first round with a narrow 3-2 lead.
The second round was also competitive, but Lovlina managed to maintain her advantage. The Indian boxer then produced a stronger performance in the final round and took control of the contest.
The judges eventually awarded Lovlina a 5-0 victory, confirming her Asian Games gold medal.
Lovlina Borgohain Makes History With Asian Games 2026 Boxing Gold
The gold medal marks a major achievement in Lovlina Borgohain's career. Her victory has also added another memorable chapter to the history of Indian women's boxing at the Asian Games.
Lovlina's success came in the 75kg category after she successfully handled the pressure of the final and secured a unanimous decision against China's Bao Jiyi.
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Lovlina Becomes Only Second Indian Woman Boxer to Win Asian Games Gold
Lovlina's gold medal has placed her alongside Mary Kom in the history of Indian women's boxing at the Asian Games.
Mary Kom created history at the 2014 Asian Games in Incheon, where she won gold in the women's 51kg category. She became the first Indian woman boxer to win an Asian Games gold medal.
Now, 12 years later, Lovlina has achieved the feat in the 75kg category at the Asian Games 2026.
Mary Kom and Lovlina Borgohain: India’s Two Asian Games Women’s Boxing Champions
Mary Kom and Lovlina Borgohain are now the two Indian women boxers who have won Asian Games gold medals.
Mary Kom achieved the feat in the 51kg category in 2014, while Lovlina has won the gold medal in the 75kg category in 2026.
Lovlina's achievement is particularly significant because she has followed in the footsteps of one of India's most successful boxers on the Asian Games stage.
Lovlina Borgohain Turns Asian Games Silver Into Gold After 2022
Lovlina's latest triumph is also significant because she had previously won a silver medal at the 2022 Asian Games.
After finishing with silver in 2022, the Indian boxer returned to the Asian Games with the goal of winning the top prize. Her 5-0 victory in the 2026 final has allowed her to upgrade her medal from silver to gold.
Lovlina’s 5-0 Victory Adds Another Gold to India’s Asian Games 2026 Medal Tally
Lovlina Borgohain's victory has added another gold medal to India's campaign at the Asian Games 2026.
Her triumph has strengthened India's medal tally and marked another important achievement for Indian boxing. The gold in the women's 75kg category has further highlighted India's presence in boxing at the continental event.
Asian Games 2026: Lovlina Borgohain’s Historic Gold Medal
Lovlina's Asian Games journey has now reached a new milestone. After winning silver in 2022, she has returned four years later to claim the gold medal.
With her 5-0 victory over Bao Jiyi, Lovlina Borgohain has become only the second Indian woman boxer to win Asian Games gold, following Mary Kom's historic achievement in 2014.
The victory is another significant moment for Indian boxing at the Asian Games 2026.
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