Boxer Ambikar Meitei reaches 50kg category semi-finals
Meitei secured a medal for India by defeating a Namibian athlete in the competition being held in Dakar, Senegal
By Capital Kranti desk, Gandhinagar · Editor: Parth Thakkar
11 November 2026, 1:53 am · 3 min read
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Indian boxer Lairalnupham Ambikar Meitei has delivered a stellar performance to enter the semi-finals of the men's 50kg category at the Youth Olympic Games being held in Dakar, Senegal. In the quarter-final match played on Tuesday, Meitei defeated Namibia's Abraham Kalenga. With this victory, Ambikar Meitei has ensured a medal for India in this competition.
According to a Sportstar report, Ambikar Meitei's victory was swift and dominant. In the very first round of the match, the referee decided to stop the contest, known in sporting terms as 'Referee Stops Contest' (RSC). In this manner, Meitei secured victory in the first round. The entire match lasted only 1 minute and 57 seconds, demonstrating that Meitei had established complete dominance in the ring.
Ambikar Meitei has now advanced to the semi-final bout. In the semi-final match to be held on Wednesday, he will face Colombia's Izon Jeffrey Arevalo. India hopes that Meitei will prove his capability in the semi-finals as well, reach the final, and win the gold medal for the country.
India's performance in these Youth Olympics has been mixed so far. Indian athletes have won a total of eight medals to date, including three silver medals and five bronze medals. Ambikar Meitei's achievement of reaching the semi-finals will increase India's medal tally and add another success to the country's sporting history.
The performance of the Indian boxing team in this tournament has been notable, and Ambikar Meitei's victory has boosted the morale of other athletes. Young athletes from across the world are participating in this international competition held in Dakar, where India is showcasing its talent.
The manner in which Ambikar Meitei defeated the Namibian athlete in the first round clearly demonstrates his physical capacity and technical skill. Completing a match in 1 minute 57 seconds is considered a significant achievement in boxing, as it indicates total dominance over the opponent.
All sports enthusiasts are now looking forward to Wednesday's semi-final. The match against Colombia's Izon Jeffrey Arevalo will be extremely important for India. If Meitei wins this match, he will reach the final to fight for the gold medal; otherwise, he will win a silver medal. In any circumstance, a medal for India is now certain, which is a matter of pride for the Indian sporting world.
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