Vijender Singh's Chinese opponent Zulpikar Maimaitiali pulls out of winner-takes-all April 1 bout
The promoters, however, promised that the event will go ahead as planned on April 1 in Mumbai.
Feb 24, 2017, 22:15 PM IST
Indian Olympians Akhil Kumar, Jitender Kumar set to make Pro-Boxing debuts in April
Akhil and Jitender, who are serving as Deputy Superintendent of police with Haryana Government, have recently got the permission to turn professional.
Feb 19, 2017, 12:21 PM IST
Vijender Singh to fight for 2nd title with China's Zulpikar Maimaitiali
Vijender so far has eight wins under his belt with seven of them being Knockout triumphs
Feb 16, 2017, 16:20 PM IST
Sports museum in Kolkata to have Sachin Tendulkar, PV Sindhu's memorabilia
Besides his prized gloves, the Indian cricket maestro has also donated his bat, sweater, jerseys among other things for the museum which will be formally opened on January 29.
Jan 25, 2017, 21:33 PM IST
PHOTO: Vijender Singh laughs at Francis Cheka in middle of fight after hitting him on face
The win helped the Beijing Olympics bronze medallist remained unbeaten in his pro boxing career.
Dec 20, 2016, 20:02 PM IST
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Dec 20, 2016, 18:32 PM IST
WATCH: Vijender Singh's powerful right jab which forced Francis Cheka to retire hurt
The 2012 Beijing Olympics bronze medallist used his superior strength and height advantage over the 5'10 Cheka to good effect, dominating most of the exchanges.
Dec 19, 2016, 12:54 PM IST
After Knocking out Francis Cheka, Vijender Singh craves for more titles in coming year
India's first Olympic medallist in boxing dedicated the triumph to the country's soldiers who have lost their lives in the year going by.
Dec 18, 2016, 12:30 PM IST
WATCH: The brutal punch from Vijender Singh that knocked out Francis Cheka in title bout
Vijender took just three rounds to conquer the current African champion in the International Boxing Federation (IBF) Super Middleweight division.
Dec 18, 2016, 11:56 AM IST
Virender Sehwag rips into Francis Cheka, congratulates Vijender Singh for successful title defense
Vijender sealed his 8th consecutive victory as a pro after landing the final knockout punch in 3rd round to Francis.
Dec 18, 2016, 10:52 AM IST
WBO Asia Pacific title: Vijender Singh defends title in style, knocks Francis Cheka out in 3 rounds
Vijender Singh's Tanzanian challenger Francis Cheka was retired hurt in the third round after the Indian boxer landed some powerful punches.
Dec 17, 2016, 22:12 PM IST
WBO Asia Pacific title: Vijender Singh vs Francis Cheka - As it happened...
Before this fight, Francis Cheka had played total 8 matches outside Tanzania and have lost all the 8.
Dec 17, 2016, 14:33 PM IST
There's no pressure, the whole of India is with me, says Vijender Singh ahead of fight with Francis Cheka
Vijender Singh currently occupies the 54th rank in his category is still unbeaten in all his last seven fights with one KO match.
Dec 17, 2016, 11:26 AM IST
WBO Asia Pacific title: Vijender Singh's Olympic Bronze medal is nothing, says opponent Francis Cheka
Even as Cheka shoved him during the customary 'Face-Off' photo-op, Vijender showed restraint.
Dec 13, 2016, 18:32 PM IST
Caught in a 'Red-Tape': Akhil Kumar, Jitender Kumar's wait for pro debut continues
Both Akhil and Jitender were quarterfinalists in the 2008 Beijing Olympics and are also Asian Championships bronze-medallist
Dec 12, 2016, 16:29 PM IST
From Vijender Singh to Mohammad Kaif, Virender Sehwag rules twitter with double-tweet bonanza
Mohammad Kaif turned 36 on December 1, 2016.
Dec 01, 2016, 20:23 PM IST
Akhil Kumar meets Haryana Sports Minister to seek assistance in turning Pro
Jitender Kumar, a former Commonwealth Games bronze-medallist who is also a Haryana Police DSP, will also be turning professional alongside Akhil.
Nov 17, 2016, 18:18 PM IST
Vijender Singh's title defence bout: Everything you need to know — Date, time, venue, opponent, weight class
The fight night will also feature top Indian boxers, including Akhil Kumar and Jitender Kumar, make their pro-boxing debut.
Nov 14, 2016, 23:43 PM IST
Vijender Singh to defend WBO title on December 17; Akhil, Jitender Kumar make their pro-boxing debut
Vijender's UK-based promoters Queensberry Promotions' Francis Warren said the India boxer's career has been peaking perfectly.
Nov 08, 2016, 17:43 PM IST
Akhil, Jitender Kumar seek Haryana Police nod for comeback to ring
Both Akhil and Jitender are expected to make their professional debuts next month.
Nov 08, 2016, 15:37 PM IST
