Asian youth champion Vishwanath Suresh claimed a thrilling win over Ireland's Patsy Joyce Thady to open India's campaign on a
winning note at the IBA
Youth men's and women's World Boxing Championships in La Nucia, Spain on
Tuesday.
The 17-year-old Chennai boxer shifted gears impressively in the deciding three minutes after an intensely fought first two rounds to emerge winner by a split 3-2 decision in the men's 48kg category.
Indian boxers produced a historic show in the last edition of the prestigious event when they clinched 11 medals, including eight gold. This year's 25-member contingent consists of 13 men and 12 women pugilists.
The tournament will go on till November 26.