Deepak Bhoria caused a big upset at the World Boxing Championships by defeating world champion and Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Saken Bibossinov in Tashkent on Sunday. Bhoria advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the flyweight (51kg) category with his victory over the dangerous Bibossinov of Kazakhstan. It was one of the best performances by an Indian boxer in recent times, especially the way Bhoria fought in the third round. Bhoria had lost to him 5-0 at the world championships last year but was prepared to avenge his defeat this time. Bhoria was preferred over Tokyo Olympian and Commonwealth Games gold medallist Amit Panghal, and he justified the faith of the coaches.

Source: Hindustan Times May 07, 2023 21:48 UTC