WBC India will be used as a platform for development, progression, and inclusion. Moreover, the WBC will focus on the safety of boxers and also implement a ranking system for both male and female boxers.
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A statement from WCB president Mauricio read:
Indian Boxing Council (IBC) president Brigadier PK Muralidharan Raja echoed Mauricio’s sentiments. He also highlighted how Indian boxers have made their presence felt in the pro-boxing circuit in recent years.
The first WBC India championship will be held in the upcoming with the LZ Boxing promotion. LZ president Parm Goroya was delighted to host the inaugural WBC championship.
While amateur boxing in India is dominated by the likes of Amit Panghal and Mary Kom, 2008 Olympic medalist Vijender Singh and Vikas Krishnan are among the heavyweights of India’s pro-boxing scene.
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