Age 32 Kabilan Sai Ashok, a former boxer from India, will go down in history as the youngest Indian to officiate in an Olympic Games
The 32-year-old was named a referee judge for the Paris 2024 Olympic boxing competitions, which got underway this Friday.
Who is ex-boxer Col Kabilan Sai Ashok boxing referee at the 2024 Olympics, biography, age and career
The appointment of 32-year-old Col Kabilan Sai Ashok is a big deal for Indian boxing. He is the only Indian to have represented the nation in both the playing and officiating capacities at a World Championship, and only the fourth person from India to officiate at the Olympics since 1904.
The ex-boxer holds the record of being the only Indian referee to have been fast-tracked from two-star to three-star status.
In addition to being the first Indian president of the World Military Boxing Council, Kabilan Sai Ashok is employed as a boxing administrator at the Army Sports Institute in Pune.
The advancement of Kabilan Sai Ashok’s career has been remarkable. Due to his talent and commitment, he quickly advanced from a two-star to a three-star referee. His selection for the Olympics in Paris is the result of years of dedication to the sport and a lot of hard work.
India’s involvement in Olympic boxing officiating has been irregular; Kishen Narsi and Jay Kowli were the latest Indian officials to officiate at the London 2012 Olympics. For Indian boxing, Ashok’s attendance at Paris 2024 is a good step forward. Ashok’s part as a referee will be essential to maintaining fair play and the sport’s credibility as the Olympics progress. Indian boxing is proud of him for taking part.
Nikhat Zareen to make debut
The current women’s world champion boxer from India, Nikhat Zareen, is excited about competing in her first Olympics and hopes to bring home a medal. Zareen is making her debut in this esteemed event as a member of India’s boxing delegation to the Paris Olympics.
She inspired herself and her fans by sharing a message on X that expressed her eagerness and readiness.
“Bonjour Paris! I’ve dreamt of this moment. Now that I’m here, let’s make it unforgettable and win some hearts! Ready to pack a punch and fulfill my dream. Let’s go! #Paris2024,” she wrote.