BFI Seeks New Foreign Coach Amid Boxing Setbacks

Following a disappointing performance at the Paris Olympics, the Boxing Federation of India is inviting applications for a new foreign coach. This move comes as Indian boxers, including world champions, failed to secure any medals. The BFI aims to enhance their performance for upcoming major competitions.

Following a disheartening campaign at the Paris Olympics, where the nation's pugilists returned empty-handed, the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has announced an open call for a new foreign coach.

Despite high expectations, all six Indian boxers, including reigning world champions like Nikhat Zareen and Lovlina Borgohain, came back without medals. Borgohain had previously won a bronze in the Tokyo Olympics in the 69kg category. According to the BFI's advertisement, the federation is seeking a foreign boxing coach for their elite national team for the next four years.

The primary goal is to achieve top results in upcoming major events, including the Olympic Games, Asian Games, and Commonwealth Games. The ideal candidate should possess elite-level qualifications, experience in high-performance coaching, and a proven record of producing medalists in significant tournaments. While current coach Dmitry Dmitruk will stay on until his contract ends, the new coach will serve a four-year term. The BFI will also analyze the performance of boxers in the Paris Olympics in the coming days.

(With inputs from agencies.)