Pinki Rani Jangra (Indian Boxer)

Pinki Rani Jangra (Indian Boxer)
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Indian Women Boxer

Pinki Rani Jangra (Indian Boxer) 

Pinki Rani Jangra (born April 28, 1990) is a celebrated Indian boxer from Hisar, Haryana. Competing in the flyweight (51 kg) category, she is a four-time national champion and is known by the nickname “Giant Killer” for defeating top boxers like Mary Kom.

National Achievements

2009: Shot to fame by defeating Olympic bronze medallist Mary Kom in the National Championship — earning the title “Giant Killer”.

National Champion again in 2011, 2012, and 2014.

Gold Medallist at the 2011 Arafura Games, becoming the only Indian boxer to do so that year.

International Achievements

  1. Bronze Medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games (Glasgow) — India's first boxing medal in that edition.
  2. Gold Medal at the 2015 President’s Cup in Palembang, Indonesia.
  3. Silver Medals at the 2012 Asian Championships and the 2014 Nations Cup (Serbia).
  4. Gold Medal at the 2019 South Asian Games in the 51-kg category.

Professional Career

In 2017, Pinki turned professional by signing with Sporty Boxing Pvt Ltd, under the Indian Boxing Council.

Trained at the National Boxing Academy, Rohtak, and received guidance from international coaches, including Jo Clough from the USA.

Personal Life

Born in Hisar, Haryana, to Prem Devi (homemaker) and Krishan Kumar (government employee).

Studied up to 12th grade; showed interest in sports, dance, and boxing since childhood.

Married Dipankar Dhariwal, an IIM graduate, in March 2023.

Initially trained under Raj Singh, later guided by Anoop Kumar.

Recognitions & Honors

Included in the “100 Women Achievers of India”, honored by the Ministry of Women & Child Development for her contribution to sports.

Field                            Details

Name                          Pinki Rani Jangra

Date of Birth               April 28, 1990

Place                           Hisar, Haryana, India

Weight Class               Flyweight (48–51 kg)

National Titles Four-time national champion

Major Medals             CWG Bronze (2014), President’s Cup Gold (2015), South Asian 

Games Gold (2019)

Nickname                    Giant Killer

Turned Pro                  2017

Conclusion

Pinki Jangra is an inspiring figure in Indian boxing. With her determination and fearless approach, she rose to fame by defeating champions like Mary Kom. Her journey from a small town to international boxing rings reflects strength, perseverance, and grit. Pinki continues to inspire young athletes across the nation.