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.

Indian Wrestler Shines at Paris Olympics, Aman Sehrawat Dominates
Aman Sehrawat

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.

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