New Delhi: Indian boxer Vishvanath Suresh put in a stunning performance at the Asian Boxing Championships in Ulaanbaatar, shocking the boxing world with a knockout victory over the world champion and world No. 1.
1 Sanzhar Tashkinbay. The win marked a milestone in his rapidly rising career and guaranteed him a place in the semi-finals.
Who is Vishvanath Suresh?
Hailing from Chennai, Vishvanath, now 21 years old, has quickly developed into one of India’s most exciting boxing talents. He enters 2026 as a national champion after dominating the Elite National Men’s Boxing Championships, where he defeated Rishi Singh 5-0 in the final.His journey began with a strong youth career, winning gold at both the IBA World Youth Championships and the Asian Youth Championships in 2022. He continued to build on this success by winning a bronze medal at the AFC U-22 Championship in 2024 and another gold in the Fed Cup in 2025.
Vishvanath, who is now competing at the senior level, has shown that he can take on top competitors. His biggest moment came in Ulaanbaatar, where he stunned top seed Taşkinbey with a knockout, proving he can take on elite competition.Known for his speed, sharp techniques and clever tactics, he has become a strong contender in the flyweight division. He trains at the Army Sports Institute and is supported by the Boxing Federation of India, and is now seen as a strong medal contender.From a successful debutant to a rising international name, Vishvanath’s journey highlights his rapid growth and points to a bright future ahead for Indian boxing.