Indian boxer Prachi Tokas has guaranteed the nation its first medal at the 2026 World Boxing U-19 Championships in Budva, Montenegro. The Asian U-19 silver medallist dominated Samoa’s Kealey Perez in the women’s 80+ kg quarter-finals, securing her spot in the semi-finals. This win is particularly significant as Perez had previously won gold in the U19 World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok.

Tokas will now face Russia’s formidable Samira Itonieva in the semi-finals. Meanwhile, other Indian talents are also making their mark. Harshika (65kg) and Lakshu (70kg) are just one win away from assuring themselves medals after their pre-quarterfinal victories. Harshika impressively defeated Australia’s Tiana Rew 4:0, while Lakshu secured a hard-fought 3:2 win against Turkey’s Buse Nur Yahan.

In other promising news, Aman Dev advanced to the men’s 50kg quarter-finals with a clinical 5:0 victory over Serbia’s Pavle Popovic and will next challenge Georgia’s Shalva Beridze. Mausam Suhag also progressed to the round of 16 in the men’s 65kg category, setting up a clash with Turkey’s Mehmet Enes Sanli. These performances highlight the strong potential of India's young boxing contingent on the international stage.

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