Mary Kom is poetry in motion, says Ramla Ali
6 years, 2 months ago

Mary Kom is poetry in motion, says Ramla Ali

The Hindu  

It is not the Ali in her name that attracted Ramla to boxing. Ramla Ali, in Delhi to compete in the World Boxing Championship, fled strife-torn Somalia and found peace in boxing, in the United Kingdom. Boxing helped me lose weight,” says Ramla, reflecting on her decision to take to “boxercise.” The resolve of a champion drove her to punish her body –hook and jab at opponents and receive the `compliments’ in much harsher pounding. Women’s boxing is beautiful to watch.” Ramla emphasises that women's boxing is also “very competitive.” In her opinion, “Boxing has become huge ever since it was included in the Olympics. That’s a really good thing.” A Mary Kom fan Muhammad Ali is a timeless icon of boxing – the greatest ambassador for the sport.

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Mary Kom: Never give up on your dreams no matter how difficult the journey
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Mary Kom: Never give up on your dreams no matter how difficult the journey

Deccan Chronicle  

However, her rise to success was not without roadblocks. When you talk to Olympic medal winner and six-time world champion, Mary Kom, it is easy to be struck by the sporting icon’s undying passion for boxing. Appearing visibly disappointed over not being able to take part in the Paris Olympics, Mary Kom says, “If you have a hunger inside, you …

Indian boxing legend Mary Kom retires: ‘Because of age limit, I can’t compete'
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian boxing legend Mary Kom retires: ‘Because of age limit, I can’t compete'

Hindustan Times  

Six-time World Champion and 2012 Olympic medallist Mangte Chungneijang Mary Kom on Wednesday announced her retirement from boxing. Mary Kom Mary Kom hung her boxing gloves as the International Boxing Association's rules allow male and female boxers to fight in elite-level competition only till the age of 40. Mary is the first female boxer in boxing history to have captured …

MC Mary Kom, Farhan Akhtar named brand ambassadors of Women’s World Boxing Championships 2023
1 year, 10 months ago

MC Mary Kom, Farhan Akhtar named brand ambassadors of Women’s World Boxing Championships 2023

The Hindu  

Indian women’s boxing owes everything to six-time World Champion and Olympic medallist MC Mary Kom. It was no surprise that Mary was announced as the brand ambassador along with film star Farhan Akhtar for the Women’s World Championship to be staged at the KD Jadhav Hall of the Indira Gandhi Stadium here from March 15 to 26. No less”, said …

Lovlina Borgohain — One medal has done wonders!
3 years ago

Lovlina Borgohain — One medal has done wonders!

The Hindu  

The Tokyo Olympics bronze medal has not only elevated the status of Lovlina Borgohain — the third boxer and the second woman from India to win a bronze in the mega event — but also highlighted the contribution of the North-East in the country’s boxing journey. Following her superb performance in the women’s 69kg category in the Japanese capital, 24-year-old …

India’s star boxer Mary Kom says she was forced to change dress a minute before fight
3 years, 5 months ago

India’s star boxer Mary Kom says she was forced to change dress a minute before fight

The Independent  

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Priyanka Chopra hails Mary Kom after boxer's exit from Tokyo Olympics
3 years, 5 months ago

Priyanka Chopra hails Mary Kom after boxer's exit from Tokyo Olympics

India TV News  

Mary Kom has exited the Tokyo Olympics 2020. Global star Priyanka Chopra, who portrayed the role of legendary boxer in the 2014 National Award Winning biopic film, penned a heartfelt appreciation note for the athlete after she exited from the Olympics on Thursday. Mary Kom, the face of India's boxing contingent, faced a shocking defeat -- split decision -- at …

Priyanka Chopra Hails Mary Kom After Boxer's Exit From Tokyo Olympics: 'You Make Us Proud Every Time'
3 years, 5 months ago

Priyanka Chopra Hails Mary Kom After Boxer's Exit From Tokyo Olympics: 'You Make Us Proud Every Time'

ABP News  

Global star Priyanka Chopra, who portrayed the role of legendary Mary Kom in the 2014 National Award Winning biopic film on the boxer, penned a heartfelt appreciation note for the athlete after she exited from the Tokyo Olympics on Thursday. Mary Kom, the face of India's boxing contingent, faced a shocking defeat -- split decision -- at the hands of …

Mary Kom on her Rio Olympics bronze medal and Tokyo: Second appearance, second shot
3 years, 6 months ago

Mary Kom on her Rio Olympics bronze medal and Tokyo: Second appearance, second shot

The Hindu  

M. C. Mary Kom elevated her star status by adding a bronze medal at the 2012 London Olympics to her rich collection of five world titles that she had gathered by then. As women’s boxing made its debut at the London Games, Mary earned a podium finish in the 51kg weight category to become the first female boxer from India …

Tokyo Olympics: Ageless boxer Mary Kom still pulling no punches | Profile
3 years, 6 months ago

Tokyo Olympics: Ageless boxer Mary Kom still pulling no punches | Profile

India TV News  

Mangte Chungneijang Mary Kom, India's most accomplished woman boxer, is gearing up for what probably would be her final tilt at the Olympics. Born on November 24, 1982, in an impoverished tenant farmer's family in Kangathei village in Churachandpur district of Manipur, Mary Kom has fought poverty, lack of infrastructure, and societal stereotyping -- that boxing was too macho and …

Mary Kom wins Sportstar Aces Olympic Sports' Sportswoman of the Decade
3 years, 9 months ago

Mary Kom wins Sportstar Aces Olympic Sports' Sportswoman of the Decade

The Hindu  

Six-time world champion M. C. Mary Kom was named the Sportswoman of the Decade at the 2021 Sportstar ACES Awards for her outstanding achievements in women’s boxing, which include an Olympic medal. The Manipuri – who was bestowed with the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian award, in 2020 – also became the first boxer to win five gold medals at …

Ramla Ali targets history as Somalia’s first world champion after overcoming civil war and bullying
4 years, 3 months ago

Ramla Ali targets history as Somalia’s first world champion after overcoming civil war and bullying

The Independent  

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On this day: Mary Kom wins bronze at 2012 London Olympics
4 years, 5 months ago

On this day: Mary Kom wins bronze at 2012 London Olympics

The Hindu  

She is an inspiration. MARY’S NEXT OPPONENT was relatively weak and she ensured a bronze medal by outclassing Maroua Rahali of Tunisia 16-6. Nicola’s performance in China meant that the second Asian quota went to the Indian behind the World Champion Ren Cancan. “MARY KOM’S MEDAL would be a huge morale booster for Indian boxing in general and women’s boxing …

Mary Kom banks on 'experience' against aggressive, fast boxers
4 years, 10 months ago

Mary Kom banks on 'experience' against aggressive, fast boxers

The Hindu  

Indian boxing icon M. C. Mary Kom pulled no punches as she lambasted critics and challengers after securing her second Olympic appearance, saying those who bring politics into sports should remember that it’s performance that creates legacy, not big statements. Speaking to PTI from Amman, Jordan after booking her Olympic berth by making the semifinals of the Asia/Oceania Qualifiers, Mary …

Mary Kom: Boxing is not Abhinav Bindra’s business to interfere
5 years, 2 months ago

Mary Kom: Boxing is not Abhinav Bindra’s business to interfere

The Hindu  

M. C. Mary Kom on Saturday expressed her disapproval at the support provided by Olympic gold-medallist Abhinav Bindra to Nikhat Zareen with regards to a plea for a trial bout against her for the Olympic Qualifiers. https://t.co/B0MBT3HFU0 — Abhinav Bindra OLY October 17, 2019 It hasn’t gone down well with six-time world champion Mary Kom. I don’t think Abhinav would …

Abhinav Bindra doesn't know anything about boxing to interfere, says Mary Kom as row with Nikhat Zareen rages on
5 years, 2 months ago

Abhinav Bindra doesn't know anything about boxing to interfere, says Mary Kom as row with Nikhat Zareen rages on

Firstpost  

Mary Kom said: “This is not his business… to interfere. He doesn’t know the exact rules of boxing.” New Delhi: The celebrated MC Mary Kom on Saturday said boxing is not Abhinav Bindra’s “business to interfere”, expressing her displeasure at the Olympic champion’s backing of Nikhat Zareen’s demand for a trial bout against her. On Thursday, Bindra backed Zareen’s demand …

Women's World Boxing Championships 2019: Mary Kom proud of bronze medal but says she is unhappy with judges' verdict
5 years, 3 months ago

Women's World Boxing Championships 2019: Mary Kom proud of bronze medal but says she is unhappy with judges' verdict

Firstpost  

The 36-year-old fetched her eighth medal in the mega-event, a bronze, making her the most successful boxer in the history of amateur world championships. New Delhi: It ended with an “unacceptable” semifinal loss but iconic Indian boxer MC Mary Kom on Saturday asserted that she was “proud” of her world championship campaign and it strengthened her belief of winning a …

Women's World Boxing Championship 2019: Mary Kom secures record eighth medal; Manju Rani, Jamuna Boro, Lovlina Borgohain enter semis
5 years, 3 months ago

Women's World Boxing Championship 2019: Mary Kom secures record eighth medal; Manju Rani, Jamuna Boro, Lovlina Borgohain enter semis

Firstpost  

Six-time champion MC Mary Kom on Thursday assured herself an unprecedented eighth medal at the World Women’s Boxing Championship after advancing to the semifinals of the event. Ulan-Ude: Six-time champion M C Mary Kom on Thursday surpassed herself as the most successful boxer in the Women’s World Championship history by securing an unprecedented eighth medal before three of her compatriots …

AIBA Women's boxing:Mary Kom assured of eighth world medal
5 years, 3 months ago

AIBA Women's boxing:Mary Kom assured of eighth world medal

The Hindu  

Mary Kom on Thursday surpassed herself as the most successful boxer in the Women’s World Championship history by securing an unprecedented eighth medal before three of her compatriots also entered the semifinals here. The debutant duo of sixth seed Manju Rani and Jamuna Boro along with last edition’s bronze-medallist and third seed Lovlina Borgohain made the medal rounds along side …

Women's World Boxing Championships 2019: MC Mary Kom through to quarter-finals with hard-fought win, Saweety Boora eliminated
5 years, 3 months ago

Women's World Boxing Championships 2019: MC Mary Kom through to quarter-finals with hard-fought win, Saweety Boora eliminated

Firstpost  

The 36-year-old Mary Kom triumphed 5-0 against Thailand’s Jutamas Jitpong, a spunky boxer who kept the veteran on her toes with an aggressive approach but just didn’t connect enough Ulan-Ude: Six-time champion MC Mary Kom on Tuesday advanced to the quarter-finals of the World Women’s Boxing Championships after a hard-fought victory in the last-16 stage. Mary Kom triumphed 5-0 against …

Women's World Boxing Championships 2019: Six-time champion Mary Kom ready to punch some more with Olympic qualifiers on horizon
5 years, 3 months ago

Women's World Boxing Championships 2019: Six-time champion Mary Kom ready to punch some more with Olympic qualifiers on horizon

Firstpost  

New Delhi: Mary Kom has a halo. “At her age, people may injure their lower backs attempting those bends, but she is different.” Performance Director Raffaele Bergamasco has been slyly keeping an eye on Mary while training a bunch of girls, including the other nine members of India’s World Championships-bound squad. “Most Indian boxers have a problem with their positioning …

Mary Kom inspires me, I’m her biggest fan, says Sunil Chhetri
5 years, 6 months ago

Mary Kom inspires me, I’m her biggest fan, says Sunil Chhetri

The Hindu  

Talismanic Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri on Thursday said he draws inspiration from legendary boxer M.C. Mary Kom’s unbelievable story and is the six-time World Champion’s biggest fan. READ: Sunil Chhetri and Ashalata Devi bag top honours at AIFF Awards “I gather motivation from around me — from a lot of personalities who have done well in their respective …

A phenom called Mary Kom!
6 years ago

A phenom called Mary Kom!

The Hindu  

Even if you had seen the 48 kg category final clash of the Women’s Amateur Boxing World Championships at the K. D. Jadhav indoor stadium in New Delhi, you might not have realised that there was an age difference of 13 years between the two boxers plying their trade in the ring. Her opponent, Ukraine’s Hanna Okhota, tried to match …

For Kom, bring out the pom-poms!
6 years ago

For Kom, bring out the pom-poms!

The Hindu  

In the dazzling light of Mary Kom’s aura, her early toil for recognition remains in the dark. When women’s boxing itself was in its infancy, Mary’s first two world titles understandably got lukewarm response in the country. The country bettered its lot from one silver in the previous edition to four medals — including one gold, one silver and two …

Packing a powerful punch
6 years ago

Packing a powerful punch

Deccan Chronicle  

The history of women’s participation in sports in India is riddled with disparities of all kinds, but boxing is one such sport where women continue to outshine their male counterparts. I treat everyone equally, I respect man and woman the same way.” The shelf life of a sportswoman is usually shorter than that of her male counterpart’s, but Mary dispels …

Mary Kom: The queen of the punches
6 years ago

Mary Kom: The queen of the punches

The Hindu  

Boxing is considered one of the toughest sports in the world and the queen of the ring is our own Mary Kom. We in India always believed and still believe that we cannot match up to the Caucasians or coloured people in contact sports, but the myth has been broken by the boxers and wrestlers who have won laurels for …

Mary Kom eyeing 'dream' Olympic gold at Tokyo after historic title at Boxing Worlds
6 years, 1 month ago

Mary Kom eyeing 'dream' Olympic gold at Tokyo after historic title at Boxing Worlds

India TV News  

A sixth world title added to her cabinet, ace Indian boxer MC Mary Kom Wednesday said she is now aiming for a gold in the Olympics. Union Minister for Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi, who was also present at the function held at the JLN Stadium, called Mary Kom a "national treasure". "She has won six world titles and …

'Glad that I am able to live my dreams,' says Mary Kom after record sixth world title
6 years, 1 month ago

'Glad that I am able to live my dreams,' says Mary Kom after record sixth world title

India TV News  

A "no skills, mostly strength" boxer when she got her maiden world championship medal, the iconic M C Mary Kom says she has now reached a point where she doesn't like exerting herself and looks to win without conceding punches. Speaking of tough, Mary Kom has been juggling between two weight categories ever since 51kg became an Olympic weight and …

Women’s World Boxing C’ships 2018-19: Mary Kom adjudged best boxer
6 years, 1 month ago

Women’s World Boxing C’ships 2018-19: Mary Kom adjudged best boxer

The Hindu  

India’s M. C. Mary Kom, who won a historic sixth world title on Saturday, was declared by the International Boxing Association as the best pugilist of the 10th Women’s World Boxing Championships here. “As for the organisation, this one was better than what it was in 2006.” ‘Very special’ Asked to compare the win here with the earlier gold medals, …

'Magnificent' Mary named best boxer of World Championships
6 years, 1 month ago

'Magnificent' Mary named best boxer of World Championships

India TV News  

India's M C Mary Kom, who won a historic sixth world title, was adjudged the best pugilist of the 10th World Women's Boxing Championships in New Delhi. Though we won eight medals, four gold included but competition is much tough nowadays and considering the fact, our results here were great," said Mary. "We need to work on strengthening ourselves more …

Women’s World Boxing Championship: Mary Kom beats Hanna Okhota to clinch record 6th gold medal
6 years, 1 month ago

Women’s World Boxing Championship: Mary Kom beats Hanna Okhota to clinch record 6th gold medal

Hindustan Times  

The last time Mary Kom reached the World Championships final was way back in 2010 and against an opponent like Steluta Duta of Romania, majority of the experts did not give her a chance. Mary Kom of India gestures with her gold medal after winning the 45-48 kg category final fight at the 2018 AIBA Women's World Boxing Championships in …

World Women's boxing C'ships: Mary Kom to meet Hanna Okhota in final
6 years, 1 month ago

World Women's boxing C'ships: Mary Kom to meet Hanna Okhota in final

The Hindu  

Mary Kom, who is bidding to attain the unique status of being a six-time World champion, will meet Ukrainian Hanna Okhota in the 48kg final of the World women's boxing championships at the Indira Gandhi Stadium Complex here on Saturday. It has been a challenging journey for the 35-year-old, who has displayed her tremendous grit, game sense, tactical acumen and …

Women's world boxing championship: Mary Kom, Sonia Chahal, Simranjit Kaur and Lovlina Borgohain two wins away from glory
6 years, 1 month ago

Women's world boxing championship: Mary Kom, Sonia Chahal, Simranjit Kaur and Lovlina Borgohain two wins away from glory

The Hindu  

Mary Kom and three debutants are in the same boat as they make their semifinal appearances in the World women's boxing championships at the Indira Gandhi Stadium Complex here over the next two days. While Sonia Chahal, Simranjit Kaur and Lovlina Borgohain will aim to bag their maiden World titles, five-time champion Mary, who has already entered the record books …

Women's world boxing championships: Mary Kom, Sonia, Lovlina, Simranjit assure medals
6 years, 1 month ago

Women's world boxing championships: Mary Kom, Sonia, Lovlina, Simranjit assure medals

The Hindu  

Lovlina Borgohain's grit propelled her to stun accomplished 34-year-old Commonwealth Games bronze medallist Kaye Scott of Australia with a 5-0 win. She is among the four Indians who booked berths in the semifinals to ensure medals for the host in the women's World boxing championships at the Indira Gandhi Stadium Complex iin New Delhi on Tuesday. Mary Kom also recorded …

Women's World Boxing Championships: MC Mary Kom assured of record seventh medal; three other Indians enter semis
6 years, 1 month ago

Women's World Boxing Championships: MC Mary Kom assured of record seventh medal; three other Indians enter semis

Firstpost  

Mary Kom defeated China’s Wu Yu 5-0 in the light flyweight category quarter-finals to enter the last-four stage and be assured of at least a bronze. New Delhi: The celebrated Mary Kom Tuesday became the most successful pugilist in the Women’s World Championships history by assuring herself a seventh medal while three more Indians reached the semifinals to be assured …

Women's World Boxing Championships: Mary Kom storms into quarters, says will try to win gold
6 years, 1 month ago

Women's World Boxing Championships: Mary Kom storms into quarters, says will try to win gold

India TV News  

M C Mary Kom on Sunday stormed into the 48kg quarterfinal of AIBA Women's World Boxing Championships with a win over Aigerim Kessenayeva of Kazakhstan but stopped short of promising an unprecedented sixth gold in the marquee event. Mary Kom is currently tied with Katie Taylor of Ireland on five gold in the World Championships. The 35-year-old Manipuri, a mother …

Mary Kom, chasing sixth world boxing title, determined to deliver again
6 years, 1 month ago

Mary Kom, chasing sixth world boxing title, determined to deliver again

Hindustan Times  

India have made a resounding start to the Women World Boxing Championships and MC Mary Kom is expected to add more sparkle when she begins her campaign on Sunday. New Delhi: Boxer MC Mary Kom during a practice session ahead of Women's World Boxing Championship. The five-time world champion and London Olympic bronze medallist got a first round bye and …

Mary Kom Boxing Academy near Imphal, Manipur: The school that shapes future champions
6 years, 2 months ago

Mary Kom Boxing Academy near Imphal, Manipur: The school that shapes future champions

The Hindu  

Known as the 'powerhouse of sports' for its fruition in Olympic sports and football, a large part of Manipur’s athletic image is held by the Games Village on the Langol foothills. As India was finishing its last-minute preparation for the Women’s World Boxing Championship with Mary spearheading the contingent, we decided to capture the sights and sounds of the iconic …

Boxing World Championship: Mary Kom eyes sixth title with home support
6 years, 2 months ago

Boxing World Championship: Mary Kom eyes sixth title with home support

India TV News  

Mary Kom will aim for a historic sixth gold at the AIBA Women's World Championships, the build up of which has been marred by a row over lone Kosovan boxer's participation and poor quality air in the national capital. The 35-year-old Mary Kom, who is India's biggest hope, is tied with Katie Taylor on five gold medals and one more …

Women's World Boxing Championships: India's High Performance director Santiago Nieva says MC Mary Kom will find it tough
6 years, 2 months ago

Women's World Boxing Championships: India's High Performance director Santiago Nieva says MC Mary Kom will find it tough

The Hindu  

The weight of expectations is enormous on Mary Kom but grabbing a sixth gold medal at the World Championships won’t be easy for the celebrated pugilist, says Indian boxing’s High Performance Director Santiago Nieva. Everything more than 3 medals will be a bonus and great result for us.” Besides Mary Kom, Nieva expects good performances from some young Indian boxers …

Mary Kom picks younger boxers as bigger threat, says ready for them
6 years, 2 months ago

Mary Kom picks younger boxers as bigger threat, says ready for them

India TV News  

Eyeing a sixth World Championship gold, the celebrated MC Mary Kom Monday said she will use her experience and energy judiciously to counter the younger boxers, who are "smarter and tougher" than the seasoned ones. The past boxers are more or less the same, I know them," Mary Kom told reporters ahead of the tournament. "I need to have the …

Mary Kom picks younger boxers as bigger threat, says ready for them
6 years, 2 months ago

Mary Kom picks younger boxers as bigger threat, says ready for them

Hindustan Times  

Eyeing a sixth World Championship gold, the celebrated M C Mary Kom Monday said she will use her experience and energy judiciously to counter the younger boxers, who are “smarter and tougher” than the seasoned ones. The past boxers are more or less the same, I know them,” Mary Kom told reporters ahead of the tournament. “I need to have …

Women's World Boxing Championships: Ramla Ali on hiding career from conservative parents, becoming Somalia's first-ever boxer at event
6 years, 2 months ago

Women's World Boxing Championships: Ramla Ali on hiding career from conservative parents, becoming Somalia's first-ever boxer at event

Firstpost  

“I’ve gone through a lot of hardships for this sport. As the rest of the national capital chokes on the noxious fumes that engulf it on an indifferent November afternoon, Ramla sits in an opulent New Delhi hotel without a care in the world. “It’s all a bit… surreal.” That word could form the theme of Ramla’s life. At the …

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