Sumit punches his way into semis after defeating Thailand’s Borworn Kadamduan

Kadamduan, however, managed to stitch together a late comeback in the final round but it wasn’t enough as the Indian clinched the thrilling bout by a split 3-2 decision and seal his top-4 spot

Indian boxer Sumit (75kg) eked out a 3-2 win over Thailand’s Borworn Kadamduan to advance to the semi-finals and assure another medal for the country at the Asian Championships in Amman, Jordan on Monday.

Sumit won by spilt decision against his Thai opponent in the last eight round. Sumit got off to the best possible start, courtesy his agility while dodging the opponent and powerful attacking technique that gave him the upper hand in the first two rounds.

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Kadamduan, however, managed to stitch together a late comeback in the final round but it wasn’t enough as the Indian clinched the thrilling bout by a split 3-2 decision and seal his top-4 spot.

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