Nishio, September 26 : Commonwealth Games gold medallist Priya Ghanghas produced a big win at the Asian Games. She defeated South Korea’s two-time World medallist Oh Yeonji by a unanimous 5-0 decision in the women’s 60kg round of 16 at Nishio Gymnasium on Saturday.Key HighlightsPriya Ghanghas beat Oh Yeonji 5-0.Oh Yeonji is a two-time World medallist.Priya moved into the pre-quarterfinal stage.The Indian boxer showed strong form in Nishio.Priya Gets Big WinPriya Ghanghas entered the bout with a tough challenge in front of her. Oh Yeonji has won medals at the World level and came into the contest with strong experience.But Priya stayed focused from the start. She used her boxing skills well and kept control during the bout.The judges gave Priya a unanimous 5-0 win. The result sent the Indian boxer into the next stage of the competition.The victory is important for Priya as she looks to make a strong run at the Asian Games. Her Commonwealth Games gold medal has already shown her ability to perform at a big event.Strong Performance by PriyaPriya did not allow her experienced opponent to take control of the contest. She stayed active and looked to score points throughout the fight.The 5-0 result also showed that all five judges gave the contest to the Indian boxer.“Priya Ghanghas secured a unanimous 5-0 victory over Oh Yeonji.”Her win adds another positive result for Indian boxing at the Asian Games.India’s Boxing CampaignPriya’s progress will now be closely watched as she moves further in the women’s 60kg event. The next rounds will bring more strong opponents.India has a strong boxing tradition at major international events. Indian boxers have often competed for medals at the Asian Games and other major competitions.Priya will now look to carry her confidence into her next bout. Her win over a two-time World medallist has given her campaign a strong start.The focus will now be on the pre-quarterfinal stage and the next challenge ahead. Priya will aim to continue her good form and move closer to a medal at the Asian Games.ALSO READ : Asian Games: Prannoy questions hectic scheduling as Indian shuttlers play two matches in a day
