As expected, Nikhat posted a commanding 5-0 win over Colombia’s Ingrit Valencia in the 50kg category semifinals while Nitu (48kg) had to fight hard to post 5-2 win over Alua Balkibekova of Kazakhstan.
Nikhat used her speed and tactical acumen to see off Rio Olympics bronze medallist Valencia and continue the defence of her title.
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In the rematch of last year’s quarterfinals, Nitu and Balkibekova went all guns blazing in the first round. However, the Kazakh was more dominant and took the round 2-3.
In the second round, Nitu came out strongly, landing hooks and jabs. Both boxers resorted to body blows and clinching with Nitu ending on top.
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The final three minutes were a tense affair with Nitu getting the better of Balkibekova, forcing a bout review.
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