NEW DELHI: Lack of fitness, inadequate defensive capabilities and psychological fragility have been identified as main factors that led to Indian pugilists' subpar performance at the Paris Olympics. This came up at the review meeting conducted by the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) at its Gurugram headquarters.
The special general meeting, attended by BFI's executive hierarchy, scrutinised the disappointing campaign where none of the six participating boxers secured medals. Nishant Dev emerged as the sole bright prospect, displaying remarkable tenacity in a closely contested bout against Mexico's Marco Verde in the men's 71kg quarters.
