Priya Ghanghas Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Boxing Women's 60kg

India's boxing sensation Priya Ghanghas has added another significant achievement to her burgeoning career, clinching a bronze medal in the fiercely contested women's 60kg category at the Asian Games 2026. The 20-year-old from Haryana earned her podium finish after a valiant effort in her semifinal bout, where she faced China's two-time World Championship medallist Yang Chengyu at the Nishio Gymnasium on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. Sahil Jadhav and Chikhita Win Gold Medal At Asian Games 2026 in Archery Mixed Compound Team.

Ghanghas put up a spirited performance but ultimately succumbed to Chengyu in a 1-4 split decision, bringing an end to her gold medal aspirations but guaranteeing India a valuable bronze. The bout was a testament to Ghanghas's fighting spirit, as she battled against a highly decorated opponent on Asian Games Day 12.

The Road to Bronze

Priya Ghanghas's journey to the podium was marked by impressive victories throughout the tournament. Her campaign at the Aichi-Nagoya Games began with a dominant 5-0 unanimous decision win over South Korea's two-time World medallist Oh Yeonji in the pre-quarterfinals on Saturday, September 26. She then secured her place in the semifinals, and thus assured of a medal, by defeating Tajikistan's Mijgona Samadova with another convincing 5-0 unanimous decision in the quarterfinals on Monday, September 28.

In her quarterfinal clash against Samadova, Ghanghas displayed remarkable composure, overcoming an initial 2-3 deficit in the first round to clinch the next two rounds decisively, ultimately earning a unanimous decision from all five judges. This victory not only secured her a medal but also set up the high-stakes encounter with Yang Chengyu.

Priya Ghanghas's Growing Stature

Priya Ghanghas, born on October 3, 2005, has quickly emerged as one of India's brightest boxing talents. Her bronze at the Asian Games 2026 adds to an impressive list of recent accolades. Earlier this year, she struck gold in the women's 60kg category at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, triumphing over Canada's Marie-Bathoul Al-Ahmadieh in the final with a 4-1 split decision. Prior to that, Ghanghas also claimed a gold medal in the women's 60kg category at the 2026 Asian Boxing Elite Championships held in Ulaanbaatar, where she notably defeated the 2023 World Championships gold-medalist Yang Chengyu (her opponent today) in the quarterfinals, and went on to beat North Korea's Won Un-gyong in the final. Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Prithika Pradeep, and Chikitha Taniparthi Win Gold Medal At Asian Games 2026 in Archery Women's Compound Team.

Her consistent performances across national and international stages highlight her formidable presence in the 60kg division. Ghanghas’s journey from Bhiwani district, Haryana, where she began boxing at age 11, has seen her train at the Sports Authority of India Centre, a hub known for producing Olympians.

This bronze medal marks another significant moment for Indian boxing at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, contributing to the nation's growing medal tally and reaffirming Ghanghas's status as a top contender on the global stage. Her performance today, though not a gold, is a testament to her dedication and skill against the continent's best.

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