It was a good win for Nikhat and she has started India's campaign with a win.

"I am happy that with my win India's campaign has kicked off.

I had boxed her before and made my plans as per her gameplan which helped me."

- Nikhat Zareen after defeating Anakhanim Ismailyova in the first bout of 50 kg category at World Boxing Championships.#boxing pic.twitter.com/fGUqtgX1WZ

— The Bridge (@the_bridge_in) March 16, 2023