Tammer Boxing Tournament 2026 brought a major achievement for Indian boxing as the country topped the medal tally at the 46th International Tammer Boxing Tournament in Tampere, Finland. The competition was held from 30 October to 1 November 2026. A 14-member Indian team won a total of 14 medals, including four gold, two silver and eight bronze.

India’s strong performance against international boxers highlighted the growing strength of its boxing team. The tournament also gave Indian athletes valuable experience against competitors from different countries. Several Indian boxers delivered impressive performances in their respective weight categories and helped the country finish at the top of the medal standings.

Four Gold Medals for India

Indian boxers won four gold medals across different weight categories. Aarti Dhariyal secured gold in the women’s 54kg category after defeating Scotland’s Stephanie Kernachan by a 5-0 decision.

Ankushita Boro won the women’s 65kg gold medal by defeating England’s Ella Thompstone 4-1. Her victory added another important medal to India’s overall tally.

Arundhati Chaudhary claimed gold in the women’s 70kg category. She defeated Ireland’s Evelyn Ivie Igharo by a 3-2 decision in a closely contested final.

In the men’s competition, Pawan Bartwal won gold in the 55kg category. His victory completed India’s four-gold medal performance at the tournament.

Jaismine Lamboria and Mohammed Hussamuddin Win Silver

India also secured two silver medals through strong performances in the final rounds.

Jaismine Lamboria won silver in the women’s 57kg category. She is an Olympian and a gold medallist at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Her performance at the Tammer Boxing Tournament added another international achievement to her career.

Mohammed Hussamuddin secured the second silver medal for India in the men’s 60kg category. Both boxers contributed to India’s overall success and demonstrated their ability to compete against strong international opponents.

Eight Bronze Medals Add to India’s Total

Indian boxers also won eight bronze medals in different weight categories. The men’s bronze medallists were Vivek Meena in the 65kg category, Hitesh in the 70kg category, Akshay in the 80kg category, Bobin Chauhan in the 90kg category and Chetan Choudhary in the 90+kg category.

In the women’s events, Tanu won bronze in the 51kg category, Disha Patil in the 60kg category and Imroz Khan in the 75kg category.

These medals helped India reach a total of 14 medals and finish ahead of the other participating countries in the overall standings.

About the International Tammer Boxing Tournament

The International Tammer Boxing Tournament is a boxing competition held in Tampere, Finland. The 46th edition took place from 30 October to 1 November 2026 and was organised by the Tampere Boxing Association.

The tournament provides boxers with an opportunity to compete against international opponents and improve their skills through high-level matches. It also helps athletes gain experience in different fighting styles and prepare for future international competitions.

India sent a 14-member contingent to the event. The squad included boxers ranked third in the country’s Olympic weight-category bench strength. Their participation provided important international exposure and an opportunity to test their preparation against foreign competitors.

Indian Army Boxers Shine in Finland

Two of India’s gold medallists, Pawan Bartwal and Arundhati Chaudhary, are members of the Indian Army. Both serve as Havildars and represented India successfully at the international tournament.

The Indian Army has supported the development of athletes through sports training and competition opportunities. The Army Sports Institute in Pune, established in 2001, is one of the important centres for developing talented Army sportspersons. Boxing is among the sports included in its training programme.

The success of Army athletes at international competitions reflects the role of sports institutions in helping players improve their performance and represent the country.

A Strong Performance for Indian Boxing

India’s first-place finish at the 46th Tammer Boxing Tournament is an important achievement for the country’s boxing programme. Winning four gold, two silver and eight bronze medals showed the strength of the Indian team across several men’s and women’s weight categories.

The performances of Aarti Dhariyal, Ankushita Boro, Arundhati Chaudhary and Pawan Bartwal were especially important in securing the top position. The medals won by Jaismine Lamboria, Mohammed Hussamuddin and the eight bronze medallists further strengthened India’s overall result.

The tournament also gave young and experienced boxers an opportunity to gain international experience as India continues to prepare athletes for future major boxing events.