India’s Parveen Hooda stormed into the women’s 65kg boxing final at the Asian Games with a commanding 5-0 unanimous win over China’s Li Shu. The semi-final bout, held at the Nishio Gymnasium on 29 September 2026, saw the Indian boxer dominate from the opening bell with sharp combinations and tight defence.

The victory guarantees India at least a silver medal in the category and keeps alive hopes of gold. Hooda will now face Chinese Taipei’s Chen Nien-chin in the final, a bout that promises to be a stern test of her title credentials.

The result continues India’s strong showing in the boxing ring at the Games, where the contingent has delivered medals across weight categories. Coaches praised Hooda’s composure and ring craft against a tricky opponent. The final will be watched closely back home, with Indian boxing fans hoping for another gold to add to the country’s growing medal tally at the continental showpiece.