Who is Nikhat Zareen? All you need to know about the Indian boxer competing in the Paris Olympics 2024

Nikhat Zareen is an Indian boxer who has left a mark on the world stage by achieving significant success throughout her career. Her journey from Visakhapatnam’s Sports Authority of India program to global fame is inspiring.

The Indian boxing sensation was introduced to boxing by her father. He initially trained her for almost a year. She then joined the Sports Authority of India, where she trained under Dronacharya awardee IV Rao.

Nikhat gained attention when she contested the decision of the Boxing Federation of India to send Mary Kom to the Asian Qualifiers for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics without a trial. Her request for a trial fight was eventually approved, but she ended up losing the bout.

However, Nikhat consistently raised the bar. She won gold medals at the 2022 Istanbul and 2023 New Delhi IBA Women’s World Boxing Championships to showcase her dominance in the ring. She also clinched gold at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

In the 2023 Asian Games, Nikhat Zareen won a bronze medal and again impressed all with her amazing performance in the ring. Her performance not only earned her a spot on the podium but also secured a quota for the Paris Olympics 2024.

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How did Nikhat Zareen qualify for the Olympics 2024?

Nikhat Zareen didn't give up on her abilities and dream to compete in the Olympics after a disappointing exit from the qualification rounds of the 2020 Olympics. She performed exceptionally well in continental qualification tournaments and booked herself a spot for Paris.

The qualification tournament for India was the 2023 Asian Games where Nikhat won a bronze medal and a top podium finish. Nikhat is all set to make her Olympic debut in the flyweight 50kg division at the Paris Olympics 2024. She is in great form and is a top contender for a medal.

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