India’s Youth boxing team will compete internationally at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand, from March 8 to March 15. The tournament features some of the most talented youth boxers globally, providing a crucial platform for gaining international experience and competing against top athletes in their age group, according to a release.
The Indian team will participate in the Youth Olympic weight categories, making this event an important step in the qualification pathway and preparation for the Youth Olympic Games. The Futures Cup is a significant developmental event on the global boxing calendar, offering young athletes valuable competitive exposure.
India is sending a 10-member squad across men’s and women’s divisions. The women’s team includes Gunjan (48kg), Chandrika Bhoreshi Pujari (51kg), Joyshree Devi Chirom (54kg), Radhamani Longjam (57kg), and Prachi (60kg).
The men’s team comprises Ambekar Meetei Lairenlakpam (50kg), Udham Singh Raghav (55kg), Sahil Duhan (60kg), Aman Siwach (65kg), and Priyansh Sehrawat (70kg).
Boxing Federation of India President Ajay Singh said, “The World Boxing Futures Cup is an important platform for our young boxers to gain international exposure and compete against top talent from across the world. Competing in the Youth Olympic weight categories makes this tournament even more significant, as it provides our athletes valuable experience and preparation on the pathway to the Youth Olympic Games. We are confident this team will compete with determination and make the most of this opportunity.”
The Thailand Boxing Association, under the aegis of World Boxing, will host the event at the Indoor Stadium Huamark in Bangkok. Preliminary bouts will start on March 8, followed by quarterfinals and semifinals, leading to the finals on March 15.
Indian youth boxers delivered a historic performance at last year’s 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, securing seven medals — four gold, two silver, and one bronze — marking India’s best-ever showing in youth boxing at the continental level.
The Indian contingent aims to gain valuable international experience and demonstrate the strength of the country’s youth boxing programme on the global stage.