Indian boxing has a new generation of golden girls. Minakshi Hooda and Jaismine Lamboria stormed to victory at the 2025 World Boxing Championships in Liverpool, etching their names into the history books and earning effusive praise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Their victories have helped the Indian team perform at the highest level ever at an international tournament.
Prime Minister Modi’s Special Congratulations
The Prime Minister took to social media to personally congratulate both athletes, highlighting their role as inspirations for the nation. His remarks highlighted how important their accomplishments were on the international scene.
To Minakshi, he wrote: “Proud of Minakshi on her outstanding performance at the 2025 World Boxing Championships in Liverpool! She brings home the Gold in the 48kg category. Her success and determination are very motivating for Indian athletes. Wishing her the very best for her upcoming endeavours.”
Proud of Minakshi on her outstanding performance at the 2025 World Boxing Championships in Liverpool! She brings home the Gold in the 48kg category. Her success and determination are very motivating for Indian athletes. Wishing her the very best for her upcoming endeavours. pic.twitter.com/zgcCQvxIIO
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 14, 2025
He also lauded Jaismine Lamboria, stating her “stupendous performance will inspire countless athletes in the times to come.”
Who Are The New Champions?
Minakshi Hooda (Women’s 48kg): Minakshi announced her arrival at the pinnacle of boxing with a dominant performance. In the final, she faced a formidable opponent in Kazakhstan’s Nazym Kyzaibay, a Paris Olympics bronze medalist. Minakshi won the gold medal and proved her mettle against top competition by hammering her way to a resounding 4-1 victory with tenacity and superior tactics.
Jaismine Lamboria (Women’s 57kg): Jaismine delivered what many are calling the win of the tournament. She entered her final as the underdog against Poland’s Julia Szeremeta, the top seed and reigning Olympic silver medalist.
Jaismine defeated a formidable opponent and a partisan crowd in a remarkable 4-1 split-decision victory, overthrowing a boxing titan in the process.
What Makes This Victory So Historic?
This championship is significant for several key reasons:
Best Overseas Haul Ever: India concluded its campaign with four medals: two golds, one silver, and one bronze. This is the nation’s best performance at a World Boxing Championships competition that is hosted abroad.
Joining an Illustrious Legacy: With their wins, Minakshi and Jaismine have joined an elite circle of Indian world champions, a list that includes legends like the six-time winner Mary Kom and two-time champion Nikhat Zareen.
Proving Depth of Talent: The fact that new stars emerged to win gold, especially when some established names did not podium, demonstrates the incredible depth and bright future of Indian boxing.
A New Golden Generation for Indian Boxing
The triumphs of Minakshi Hooda and Jaismine Lamboria signal a powerful passing of the torch. They have not only won medals but have also embodied the spirit of a new, confident India on the sporting stage. According to the Prime Minister, their accomplishments serve as a strong inspiration for any young athlete who aspires to represent the country.
