Elite Women's Boxing: Two-Time World Champion Nikhat Zareen Starts Campaign With Win
Another standout performer from the TOPS setup, Laxmi, posted a dominant 5:0 win in the 51-54kg bout against Ragini (UP).
The gold and silver medallists in each of the 10 weight categories will be selected for the elite national camp to be held in Patiala.
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