Boxing Champion Nikhat Zareen Speaks Out Amidst Selection Trials Turmoil

Nikhat Zareen, a two-time world champion, expressed distress over the chaos surrounding the selection trials due to disputes between the Boxing Federation of India and the Sports Authority of India. The administrative tussle led to altering selection processes, impacting athletes' preparation and resulting in Zareen's exit from key tournaments.

Boxing champion Nikhat Zareen, on Thursday, voiced her concerns regarding the turmoil experienced by boxers due to the administrative conflict between the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) and the Sports Authority of India (SAI).

The dispute led to unexpected changes in the athlete selection process for this year's Commonwealth and Asian Games, thrusting athletes like Zareen into an unprecedented predicament.

Amidst ongoing trials, Zareen, who has bowed out early, indicated her readiness to take a calculated break before gearing up for next year's Olympic qualifiers.