Nikhat Zareen remarked after winning gold at the CWG, “I’ll take PM Modi’s autograph on my boxing gloves
Nikhat Zareen, who won gold in the women’s 50kg Light Flyweight final, said she is thrilled to see Prime Minister Narendra Modi and plans to get his autograph etched on her boxing gloves.
Nikhat Zareen, who won gold in the women’s 50kg Light Flyweight final, said she is thrilled to see Prime Minister Narendra Modi and plans to get his autograph etched on her boxing gloves. Nikhat Zareen, the country’s third consecutive boxing gold medalist of the day, defeated Northern Ireland’s Carly MC Naul in the final of the women’s 50kg (Light Flyweight) at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Sunday.
Zareen lived up to her reputation as a “world champion” by crushing Carly in all three rounds. She won 5-0 in terms of points scored.
“I’m delighted to meet him (PM Modi); I took a selfie with him before and would like to do it again. I previously obtained his autograph on my T-shirt, and this time I intend to obtain it on my boxing gloves “Nikhat Zareen addressed the reporters.
Concerning the multi-sports event, Zareen remarked that many people expected her to win a medal in the CWG 2022, which she won with a fantastic 5:0 score.
“I’m ecstatic to have earned gold for my country. This was my next significant competition after the World Championships; many expected me to win Gold here as well, therefore I am pleased “She stated.
The gold medallist noted that she grew emotional when the national anthem was played, and she is certain that she will do well in the upcoming events.
“I can’t express how moving and emotional that moment (during the National Anthem) was for me. I aim to continue putting on such shows and make my nation proud “Zareen said.
The Indian world boxing champion was off to a solid start in the battle. Carly did an excellent job in the first round. Nikhat, on the other hand, capitalised on her strengths and maintained a little advantage over her opponent, compelling all five judges to vote in her favour at the end of the first round.
Nikhat’s dominance was maintained in the second round. Her agility and ability to land the exact blow at the appropriate time enabled her to gain unanimous judgments from all three judges. Carly, on the other hand, was swiftly losing steam and exhausting herself.
Nikhat’s dominance continued in the last round. Nikhat proceeded to weary her opponent, who was plainly frustrated by her lack of performance. In the final round, the judges again unanimously awarded the gold medal to the Indian.
Earlier, Amit Panghal of India won another boxing gold on Sunday, defeating England’s Kiaran Macdonald in the 48-51 kg (Flyweight) final at the current Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham.
Panghal dominated the contest from start to finish, winning 5-0. He won on the basis of points. Panghal had a strong start in the opening round. Despite the fact that his English opponent was continuously in contention, the judges decided in favour of Panghal, who scored 10 points from all judges compared to Macdonald’s nine.
Panghal kept his momentum going in the second round to preserve his lead. Macdonald tried to fight back but simply couldn’t match the Indian’s expertise and therefore lost in the second round as well.
Panghal’s dominance continued in the fourth round, as he easily scored points. All of the judges ruled in his favour once more. As a result, he was able to win the match and add another medal to his country’s collection.
Nitu Ghangas also earned a gold medal on Sunday at the Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham, defeating England’s Demie-Jade Resztan in the women’s 48 kg final.