Indian Women Wrestlers Shine at Under-17 World Championships
Four Indian women wrestlers impressively advanced to title bouts at the Under-17 World Championships. Aditi Kumari, Neha, Pulkit, and Mansi Lather displayed dominant performances, securing their spots in the finals. Additionally, Ronak and Sainath Pardhi earned bronze medals, further bolstering India's medal tally.
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All four Indian women wrestlers in action, including Aditi Kumari, Neha, and Pulkit, have secured their spots in the finals at the Under-17 World Championships held on Wednesday.
Aditi Kumari showcased her skills with impressive victories over Ukraine's Karolina Shperyk and Marriem Mohamed Abdelaal, leading her to a semifinal win and a berth in the 43kg final against Greece's Maria Louiza Gkika.
Neha, competing in the 57kg category, advanced to the finals without losing a point, defeating opponents from Greece, Georgia, and Kazakhstan. Similarly, Pulkit dominated her 65kg category rivals from China, the USA, and Egypt to reach the gold-medal bout, where she will face Daria Frolova.
Mansi Lather advanced to the 73kg final by overpowering competitors from Germany, the USA, and Ukraine.
Adding to the country's success, Ronak clinched a bronze medal in the GR category after defeating Turkey's Emrullah Capkan, while Sainath Pardhi secured another bronze in the 51kg category by overcoming Kazakhstan's Mussan Yerassyl in the play-off.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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