India's four-time world champion boxer MC Mary Kom stayed on course for a record fifth world title as she moved into the semi-finals of the sixth Women's World Boxing Championships along with compatriot Kavita. <img alt="" src="/imagedata/2010/sep/Mc.jpg" border="5" /> u00a0 MC Mary Kom India are now assured of at least two medals as both the losing semi-finalist get the bronze medals. Mary Kom beat Lynsey Holdaway from Wales 9-2 in the quarter-finals of the 48kg category Wednesday to set up a semi-final clash with Alice Appari of the Philippines. Mary Kom had defeated Alice in their only meeting six years back. Against Lynsey, Mary Kom took a 2-1 lead in the opening round and in the next two rounds she opened up a lead of 6-2. Mary Kom said it was not a tough bout for her. "I had never faced her before but didn't have to slog too much. So far so good. u00a0Despite the increased competition, I think I can still dominate my category. I am not bragging but it hasn't been very tough for me despite the fact that I have already fought three rounds. My body is also feeling great," she said. On the prospect of facing Alice, Mary Kom said: "I know this girl. I beat her in 2004 and hopefully even this time I would win. u00a0 I will try my best. u00a0 I have my fingers crossed for a fifth consecutive gold."

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India's four-time world champion boxer MC Mary Kom stayed on course for a record fifth world title as she moved into the semi-finals of the sixth Women's World Boxing Championships along with compatriot Kavita.     

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