• Against her Thai opponent, she fought brilliantly and earned the gold medal.
• She impressed the judges in the first round as she landed more punches than the Thai boxer.
• The second round was hard and Jitpong Jutamas won the round with a score of 3-2. In the last round,
• Nikhat Zareen won the match with a score of 5-0 in her favour.
• It is India’s first gold medal in boxing since Mary Kom won it in 2018.
• She took full advantage and she maintained her dominance against Jitpong Jutamas.
• He tried to fight back in the second round but could not pull up his game.
• Clear punches and hitting straight at the opponent are key factors that led Nikhat to her win.
• Along with Nikhat Zareen, Manisha and Parveen won bronze medals after their semi-finals finish. India earned three medals, one gold and two bronze at the Women’s World Boxing Championship.
• Also, it marked the 20th anniversary of the Women’s World Championship.
• India’s medal tally has gone up to 39 medals, including 10 gold, eight silver and 21 bronze medals.

Curious Times sends good wishes to Nikhat Zareen and the other participants from India. You surely made us proud. Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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