<p>Indian pugilist Ashish Bhandor defeated crowd favourite Aekkaphob Auraiwan 5-1 to clinch the Asian Boxing Federation (ABF) Continental Heavyweight title here.</p>.<p>Ashish won the fiercely competitive bout in 10 rounds.</p>.<p>The judges' scores of 93:96, 95:96, and 95:94 reflected the intensity and tightness of the bout, with Ashish ultimately claiming the title by a split decision from the three judges.</p>.<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/sports/for-mohammed-siraj-its-substance-over-style-1241314.html">For Mohammed Siraj, it's substance over style</a></strong></p>.<p>The bout ignited in the opening round when Ashish unleashed an overhand right cross that caught Aekkaphob off guard, sending shockwaves through the Thai corner and the local spectators.</p>.<p>The referee gave the mandatory knockdown count and Ashish went on the front foot in the remaining seconds of the round hoping to close out the fight quickly.</p>.<p>Aekkaphob, however, displayed incredible resilience, mounting a strong comeback in the subsequent rounds with powerful body shots that visibly impacted Ashish. He clearly won round 2 and round 3.</p>.<p>Nonetheless, from the fourth round onwards, Ashish regained control and showcased his skills, winning six out of the overall 10 rounds.</p>.<p>Prior to this remarkable triumph, Ashish had proven his mettle as a National Amateur bronze medallist in 2022. He now has an unblemished professional boxing record of four wins and no losses.</p>
<p>Indian pugilist Ashish Bhandor defeated crowd favourite Aekkaphob Auraiwan 5-1 to clinch the Asian Boxing Federation (ABF) Continental Heavyweight title here.</p>.<p>Ashish won the fiercely competitive bout in 10 rounds.</p>.<p>The judges' scores of 93:96, 95:96, and 95:94 reflected the intensity and tightness of the bout, with Ashish ultimately claiming the title by a split decision from the three judges.</p>.<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/sports/for-mohammed-siraj-its-substance-over-style-1241314.html">For Mohammed Siraj, it's substance over style</a></strong></p>.<p>The bout ignited in the opening round when Ashish unleashed an overhand right cross that caught Aekkaphob off guard, sending shockwaves through the Thai corner and the local spectators.</p>.<p>The referee gave the mandatory knockdown count and Ashish went on the front foot in the remaining seconds of the round hoping to close out the fight quickly.</p>.<p>Aekkaphob, however, displayed incredible resilience, mounting a strong comeback in the subsequent rounds with powerful body shots that visibly impacted Ashish. He clearly won round 2 and round 3.</p>.<p>Nonetheless, from the fourth round onwards, Ashish regained control and showcased his skills, winning six out of the overall 10 rounds.</p>.<p>Prior to this remarkable triumph, Ashish had proven his mettle as a National Amateur bronze medallist in 2022. He now has an unblemished professional boxing record of four wins and no losses.</p>