Hitesh Gulia won the first gold medal in Indian boxing history as he competed at the World Boxing Cup in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil. Gulia won the gold medal in the Brazilian World Boxing Cup while fighting in the 65-70 kg weight group, which established India as a rising boxing power in international competitions.

The Journey to Gold

Gulia needed unwavering dedication, together with endurance to win his gold medal. Idahl Kamara represented England in the finals of the last bout opposite Gulia. The gold medal was awarded after Kamara withdrew from the match due to medical reasons. Gulia achieved his first-place position as the tournament champion due to his consistent performance, that earned him a deserved victory even without a final match.

Preparation and Training: Keys to Success

The Brazilian training camp, which lasted for 10 days, became the critical element that led Gulia to his success. Gulia gained important tactical expertise and boosted his confidence levels at this training camp, which made him more prepared during the competition. Strategic knowledge obtained during the preparatory camp enabled him to face the competition with confidence. At the moment of winning, Gulia declared his complete joy about securing gold for his nation.

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Navy's Pride and National Recognition

The members of the Indian Navy, together with their superiors, acknowledge Gulia's accomplishment through formal recognition. The Indian Navy spokesperson declared Gulia a national pride with these words: "Pride of India!" Indian Navy's Hitesh clinches the gold at the Boxing World Cup in Brazil in the 65–70 kg weight category. His global success brought both national victory and outstanding recognition to the nation and the Navy.

Team India's Collective Performance

Indian boxing athletes brought home six total medals and one gold medal along with one silver medal combined with four bronze medals at the World Boxing Cup. Competing against Yuri Reis of Brazil for the 65 kg category final, Abhinash Jamwal displayed outstanding talent to secure the silver medal position. Four Indian boxers—Jadumani Singh Mandengbam with 50 kg, Manish Rathore with 55 kg, Sachin (60 kg), and Vishal (90 kg)—claimed bronze medals to exhibit the skill depth of the national boxing squad. ​

Significance of the Achievement

The team's outstanding performance became more notable because India took part for the first time in the World Boxing Cup. Indian boxing has attained greater international recognition because of this teams' accomplishments, making a positive impact on future generations of boxers throughout the nation. The Boxing Federation of India stands deeply proud of the team's success because it demonstrates the country's improving power in the boxing field.

Looking Ahead: Future Aspirations

The Indian boxing contingent views future international competitions as prime targets since they aim to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The World Boxing Cup experience together with new confidence will be essential elements for their upcoming training. The BFI dedicates efforts to delivering advanced training systems as well as international opportunities to help Indian boxers thrive in international sporting events.

A New Chapter in Indian Boxing

The World Boxing Cup gold medal win from Hitesh Gulia establishes both personal progress and new possibilities for the future of Indian boxing. The nation now celebrates while projecting increased optimism for India to dominate international boxing events. Athlete Gulia's dedication, along with his success, inspires future generations toward sporting excellence in boxing. ​