The boxing ring in Thailand thundered with Indian pride as Deepak and Naman Tanwar punched their way to gold at the Thailand Open 2025, leading a strong campaign that saw India return with a total of eight medals.
It was a showing that not only turned heads but also laid down a marker for what’s to come.
Dominance in the Ring: Tanwar Brothers Steal the Spotlight
Power met precision when Deepak Tanwar outclassed Uzbekistan’s Abdurakhimov Javokhir in the 75 kg final, winning 5:0 in a display of tactical excellence and relentless pressure.
His younger counterpart, Naman Tanwar, showcased raw strength and ring intelligence to outscore China’s Han Xuezhen 4:1 in the 90 kg category. Their wins weren’t mere victories—they were emphatic declarations of India’s rising boxing prowess on the global stage.
India’s Medal Tally: A Balanced Act of Skill and Spirit
India sent a 19-member contingent to face off against some of the sport’s best from boxing powerhouses like China, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and South Korea.
The result? A glittering return of two golds, one silver, and five bronzes.
| Medal | Boxer(s) | Category |
| Gold | Deepak Tanwar | 75 kg |
| Gold | Naman Tanwar | 90 kg |
| Silver | Kiran | 80 kg (Women) |
| Bronze | Tamanna | 51 kg (Women) |
| Bronze | Priya | 57 kg (Women) |
| Bronze | Sanju | 60 kg (Women) |
| Bronze | Saneh | 70 kg (Women) |
| Bronze | Lalfakmawii Ralte | 80 kg (Women) |
Kiran’s narrow 2:3 loss to Kazakhstan’s Yeldana Talipova in the women’s 80 kg final was a heartbreaker, but her silver was hard-earned and richly deserved.
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The five bronze medals were won by gritty performances from India’s women pugilists, who battled through intense bouts to claim their place on the podium.
Eyes on Kazakhstan, Dreams for New Delhi
After this tough run, the Indian boxing team is now looking ahead to the next part of the World Boxing Cup in Kazakhstan. Also, with quick hands and strong feelings, the fighters are getting ready to keep this energy going.
In addition, the grand finale of the World Boxing Cup awaits later this year in New Delhi, where home advantage and recent form could prove to be the perfect storm in India’s favor.
BFI Interim Committee Chairman Ajay Singh summed up the mood best:
“It’s a clear sign that the systems we’ve put in place are working. The goal is clear—keep building, keep performing, and keep raising the bar.”
Thailand Open 2025: More Than Just Medals
What happened in Thailand was more than medal tallies—it was a peek into India’s boxing future. A future forged in discipline, driven by hunger, and now validated on an international stage.
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