Lovlina Borgohain Wins Asian Games Gold, Defeats China’s Bao Ziyi in 75kg Boxing Final

New Delhi: October 2 was a great day for India in the Asian Games 2026. Boxer Lovlina Borgohain won the gold medal in the women's 75 kg category by defeating China's Bao Jiyi 5-0. This is Lovlina's first gold at the Asian Games and she becomes the second Indian woman after MC Mary Kom to win a boxing gold in this competition. With this, India's medal tally increased to 70, which includes 12 gold, 24 silver and 34 bronze. The 

What happened in the final between Lovlina and Bao Ziyi?

In the final played at Nishio Gymnasium, China's Bao Ziyi adopted an aggressive stance from the beginning. She tried to put pressure on Lovlina by continuously punching her. The Indian boxer, however, did not hurry and used counter punches at the right time along with his defence. This strategy proved effective for Lovlina as the match progressed. 

How did Lovlina take the lead in the first round?

Bao Ziyi looked more aggressive in the first round, but Lovlina responded to her attacks with accurate counters. In a close match, the Indian boxer won the round 3-2. The initial lead boosted Lovlina's confidence and after that she started controlling the pace of the match as per her own.

What changed in the second and third rounds?

In the second round also, Bao came forward and attacked. Lovlina maintained distance while avoiding her punches and countered as soon as she got the chance. The Indian boxer maintained her lead in the second round also. In the third round, Lovlina relied on her strategy instead of taking unnecessary risks. Let Bao come forward and respond at the right time. In the end, all the judges gave the match in favor of Lovlina and she won 5-0.

What is the record of this victory of Lovlina?

This victory of Lovlina is also special because she has become the second Indian female boxer to win gold in the Asian Games. Earlier, Mary Kom had achieved this feat in the 2014 Incheon Asian Games. Lovlina had earlier won the silver medal in the 75 kg category in the Hangzhou Asian Games. This time he converted that performance into gold. 

How did Netra Kumanan win bronze in sailing?

India also got a medal in sailing. Netra Kumanan won the bronze medal in the women's dinghy event. After both the races of the final, Netra and Hong Kong's Stephanie Lewis Norton were on equal points. Based on better head-to-head record, Netra was placed third and won the bronze. 

What is India's medal tally now?

With Lovlina's gold and Netra's bronze, India's total medal count has reached 70. India now has 12 gold, 24 silver and 34 bronze in its account. India is at sixth place in the medal table. There are still many competitions left in the Asian Games, so the Indian team has more opportunities to increase the number of medals.