Aditya wins 55kg gold at World Boxing U-19 Championships in Montenegro
Why in the news
Indian boxer Aditya became the U-19 world champion in the men’s 55kg category on 27 October 2026, giving India its only gold at the World Boxing U-19 Championships in Budva, Montenegro.
Key facts
- Aditya (men’s 55kg): beat Russia’s Islam Magomedov 4-1 in the final after trailing 3-2 in the opening round.
- In the semi-final he won 5-0 against Azerbaijan’s Nihat Gasimov.
- Megha Sheokand (women’s 80kg): silver after a 0-5 loss to Russia’s Ekaterina Frolova in the final.
- Harshika (women’s 65kg): bronze; lost the semi-final 3-2 to Lauryn Elmore of the USA.
- Prachi Tokas (women’s 80+kg): bronze.
- Venue: Budva, Montenegro.
| Boxer | Category | Medal |
|---|---|---|
| Aditya | Men’s 55kg | Gold |
| Megha Sheokand | Women’s 80kg | Silver |
| Harshika | Women’s 65kg | Bronze |
| Prachi Tokas | Women’s 80+kg | Bronze |
About the result
India ended the championships with four medals: one gold, one silver and two bronze. Aditya’s title was India’s first gold of this edition.
Exam angle
- Venue: Budva, Montenegro.
- India’s only gold: Aditya (55kg), beating Islam Magomedov of Russia.
- Final medal tally: 4 (1 gold, 1 silver, 2 bronze).