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Minakshi vs Kinoshita Rinka: Round 1 drawn

The first match of the day - Minakshi, in red, seems to be in the defensive as Round 1 begins vs her Japanese opponent.

At the end of R1, there's nothing to separate the two boxers. One referee rules in Minakshi's favour while most rule in the Japanese's favour. 

Minakshi's final coming up

First up is Minakshi's final. 

There was a time when boxer Minakshi Hooda's father used to drive an auto in Haryana and earn just Rs 200 a day. He used to allocate Rs 100 specifically for her training. 

Why Lovlina's 75kg gold would be special

Lovlina is fighting in the 75 kg category for the first time here. She is doing this because her previous category - 69kg welterweight - has been culled from the Paris Olympics. Could she get her 75-kg career off to an auspicious start?

Lovlina assured her best finish

Lovlina, who has two Asian Championships bronze medals to her name is now guaranteed a silver in this edition, confirming her best-ever performance in the competition. Lovlina will take on the 2021 Asian Championships silver medalist Ruzmetova Sokhiba in the final.