Visakhapatnam, the coastal city known for its sporting prowess, showcased its boxing excellence by clinching the team championship title in the sixth DRM Cup state youth men’s boxing championship. The tournament, organized by the East Coast Railway Sports Association, witnessed fierce competition among talented boxers from various regions.
The Visakhapatnam team displayed exceptional skill, determination, and a strong fighting spirit throughout the championship, ultimately emerging as the deserving winners. Their remarkable performance in the ring earned them the coveted team championship title.
The results of the championship in different weight categories are as follows:
- 45-48kg: 1st place – N Vasudeva Patrudu
- Flyweight: 1st place – K Lohit
- Bantamweight: 1st place – V Pavan
- Featherweight: 1st place – J Balaganesh Reddy
- Light Welterweight: 1st place – J Bhanu Prakash
- Welterweight: 1st place – N Harsha Vardhan
- Light Middleweight: 1st place – Y Prabhas Vardhan
- Middleweight: 1st place – A Ashok Kumar
- Light Heavyweight: 1st place – K Durga Prasad Reddy
- Cruiserweight: 1st place – P Dev Kumar
- Heavyweight: 1st place – B Chandrasekhar
- Super Heavyweight: 1st place – Sriharsha Bhagavan
The Visakhapatnam team showcased not only individual brilliance but also remarkable team coordination and strategy, which contributed to their overall success in the championship. Their boxers displayed a high level of technique, agility, and resilience, capturing the attention and admiration of spectators.
In addition to their team championship victory, individual boxers from Visakhapatnam also claimed several podium finishes, underscoring their dominance in the competition. VB Pavan from Visakhapatnam was recognized as the Best Boxer, showcasing his exceptional skills in the ring.
The Visakhapatnam team’s impressive performance and their well-deserved victory in the DRM Cup state youth men’s boxing championship further solidify the city’s reputation as a powerhouse in the field of sports. The team’s triumph serves as an inspiration to aspiring boxers in the region, motivating them to strive for excellence and represent Visakhapatnam at the highest levels of boxing competitions.