Indian Wrestler Shines at Paris Olympics, Aman Sehrawat Dominates

Young Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat showcased an outstanding performance, beating former world champion Zelimkhan Abakarov to enter the 57kg freestyle semi-final at the Paris Olympics. Displaying remarkable agility and technique, the 21-year-old overwhelmed his opponent in the second round for a decisive victory. He will next face Japanese top seed Rei Higuchi.

Young Indian grappler Aman Sehrawat rekindled India's hopes of a medal in wrestling, demolishing former world champion Zelimkhan Abakarov of Albania by technical superiority to seal a place in the 57kg freestyle semifinal at the Paris Olympics here on Thursday.

Aman was in imperious form as he toyed with Abakarov in the second round. The 21-year-old Indian locked his legs at the start of the second round and turned him over multiple times to earn eight straight points to secure a 12-0 victory.

Aman will meet Japanese top seed Rei Higuchi in the last-four.

(With inputs from agencies.)