Sports briefs: Indian boxers shine on day four at World Boxing Futures Cup

Ambekar (50kg) secures 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Tajikistan, while Sahil Duhan (60kg) also records a commanding 5-0 win against Tajikistan

Hyderabad: The Indian Youth boxing team continued its campaign at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok with strong performances from the men’s contingent on the fourth day of competition.

In the morning session, Priyansh Sehrawat (70kg) began the day on a positive note for India, registering a dominant 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Latvia to advance in the tournament.

The evening session saw two more convincing wins for the Indian team. L Ambekar (50kg) secured a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Tajikistan, while Sahil Duhan (60kg) also recorded a commanding 5-0 win against Tajikistan, continuing his strong run in the competition.

Meanwhile, Aman Siwach (65kg) suffered a setback after going down to his opponent from Ukraine by Referee Stopped Contest (RSC) in the second round.

The World Boxing Futures Cup, being held in Bangkok from March 8 to 15, features promising youth boxers from across the world competing in the Youth Olympic weight categories, offering valuable international exposure for the athletes.

The Indian contingent will look to maintain its momentum as the tournament progresses into the next stages.

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Brilliant Trophy chess on March 14

Brilliant Chess Academy will organise the 238th Brilliant Trophy Chess Tournament on March 14 and 15 at Brilliant Grammar High School (Dilsukhangar) here with a total prize money of Rs 10,000.

Players must register their names before 1.00 pm on March 14 at the venue, and for details, call J. Subrahmanyam on 9247399717.

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Hyderabad women lose

Chandigarh scored a three-wicket win against Hyderabad in the BCCI Under-23 women’s one-day cricket championship fifth round at Dehradun on Wednesday.

The scores: Hyderabad 211 in 49.4 overs (Vanka Pooja 45, V. Prathiksha 75, P. Parushi 3/44) lost to Chandigarh 212/7 in 49.2 overs (Hitanshi 51, Yashika 43 no, Sirichendhanaa 3/45).