Mary Kom is in boxing what Maradona is to football, says Indian coach Raffaele Bergamasco | Boxing News



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NEW DELHI: India's most famous boxer, Mary Kom, is aiming to win a staggering sixth title at the World Boxing Championship in the capital.

Mary won a gold medal in 2006 at the last edition of the world championship. Coach of the Indian women's team Raffaele Bergamasco is confident that the Olympic medalist will not disappoint her fans and will end the tournament to its peak.

"Mary Kom in boxing is the same as Maradona in football.He is a great talent.It is an important prospect for the gold medal," Bergamasco told Timesofindia.com in an exclusive interview.

"Mary and Sarita Devi are expecting a lot – there will be some pressure because they are playing in front of their audience.Fans expect a lot from both boxers.I have seen the craze of Indian fans for I'm sure that they will not disappoint their fans, "said the coach of the Indian women's team.

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In addition to Mary and Sarita, Bergamasco has also appointed some other members of the Indian team who can get on the podium of the mega event.

"In addition to Mary and Sarita, Simranjit Kaur (64 kg), Lovlina (69 kg) and Saweety (75 kg) are the best competitors in the tournament, they are talented, and I also ask the fans to come and cheer them on. said the coach.

"All preparations are complete.These Indian boxers are ready to play on the big stage.They are physically and psychologically ready.This is a great opportunity for the girls to show their courage.I want to see a good fight of the girls, "said Bergamasco.

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After the world championships, Bergamasco will focus on the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

"Tokyo is my main focus.This is a group of talented players.I do not have much to do.All of a few tips for these girls. has great potential.These girls will go far.I am preparing them for Tokyo 2020, "said the coach.

This is the first time that India hosts the world championships since 2006. 178 boxers from 33 countries participated in the 2006 edition. 72 countries have registered to participate in this edition of the tournament.

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