India’s heavyweight boxers Naman Tanwar (90kg) and Anshul Gill (90+kg) progressed to the finals of the Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament after securing hard-earned wins against their respective opponents from Uzbekistan on Thursday.

Tanwar overcame Juraboev Elyorbek 4-1, while Gill edged past Rustamov Abdurakhmon 3-2. The two Indians started on the back foot, but responded with greater control and sharper execution in the second round.

In the final round, the duo took charge in their respective clashes with well-timed counters and sustained pressure, earning split-decision victories and booking their places in the finals, which will take place on June 1.