Shiva, Lovlina, Nikhat named in 13-member Asian Games boxing squad

Shiva Thapa and Lovlina Borgohain

Record six-time Asian Championships medallist Shiva Thapa, Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain and two-time World Champion Nikhat Zareen will spearhead the Indian boxing squad for the 19th Asian Games to be held in Hangzhou, China from September 23 to October 8.

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With a World Championships bronze medal and six Asian Championships medals under his belt, Shiva will be looking to add a first Asian Games medal to his kitty as he represents the country in the 63.5 kg category. Deepak Bhoria will be competing in the 51kg Flyweight category.

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