Shillong, Oct 14: The State Sub-Junior Boys’ and Girls’ U-15 Boxing Championship 2026 began today at Raij Laban College here.
Fifteen bouts were held on the opening day of the championship, which is organised by the Meghalaya Boxing Association and supported by the Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs.
There are 71 boxers taking part – 54 boys and 17 girls – representing seven districts and five boxing clubs.
MBA Technical Director Larry Kharpran said the championship will provide a platform for young pugilists to test their skills and gain valuable competitive experience.
The event was inaugurated by RG Marbaniang, Secretary of the Dorbar Shnong of Madan Laban and Riat Laban, in the presence of MBA President Cornilius Kharhunai, MBA officials, representatives of Noble Art Boxing Club, parents and participants.
The opening day featured 11 quarterfinal bouts and four semifinals, with boxers battling for places in the next rounds.
In the 30-33kg category, Daniel Nongrum of East Khasi Hills emerged victorious. The 40-42kg category saw wins for Omega Nongjngi of West Jaintia Hills, Ethan Nongdhar of Noble Art Boxing Club, Jakrika R Marak of West Garo Hills and Banlang Lyngdoh of Ri-Bhoi.
Debraj Thapa of Rising Star Boxing Association, Shandor Kharshandi of Noble Art and Tangrik of East Garo Hills won their respective bouts in the 44-46kg category. Florian Kharjana of Green Heart Boxing Club and Denzil Myrthong were among the winners in the 46-48kg category, while Samha-o Mulieh of WJH won in the 48-50kg category.
In the semifinals, Wanmi Kharkongor of Upper Shillong Boxing Association and Marcilino Rimen of EKH advanced in the 28-30kg category. Kitbok Shabong of EKH and Elegant Shadap of Ri-Bhoi secured victories in the 36-38kg category.
The championship will continue on Thursday.
(Photo contributed)
