KNOCKOUT 2.0: Intercollege Boxing Showdown

The Bhawanipur Education Society College, in collaboration with Rio De Janeiro, presented a groundbreaking event, Knockout 2.0, reviving the tradition of knockout tournaments in combat sports. The College Turf transformed into a vibrant boxing arena, witnessing the convergence of talent and determination from 24 participating colleges. Guided by the experienced leadership of Mr. Montu Das and Mr. Pradip Marik, President and General Secretary of the Chess Boxing Organisation of India, the event kicked off with felicitations to honor their significant contributions by Mr. Jitu Shah from the management. Also present were the sports officers of the College Mr. Rupesh Gandi & Bhavin Parmar. Mr. Ashutosh Jha, a 3-time international medalist and our college alumni, was also acknowledged for his impeccable contribution to the event’s planning. Participants were grouped by weight categories, and engaged in thrilling three-round matches, demonstrating their prowess and agility. Sponsored by AMRI Hospitals, the competition ensured the safety and well-being of participants with the presence of medical professionals. Special categories like “King of the College” and “Queen of the College” added an extra layer of excitement, culminating in Sumit Kr. Sharma and Khushi Lakra’s impressive victories. This event not only celebrated the history of boxing but also embraced modernity, showcasing the dynamic spirit of sportsmanship and competition.

The winners of the various categories were:

1.) CATEGORY: -55 kg Senior Boys
● GOLD – Noor Elahi, Shyama Prasad College
● SILVER – Naif Hussain, Sewnarayan Rameshawar Fatepuria College
● BRONZE – Samim Sheikh, G.D.College
● BRONZE Nikhil Kumar Dubedee, BESC
2.) CATEGORY: -60 kg Senior Boys
● GOLD – Kingshuk Saha, New Alipore College
● SILVER- Rudra Rakshel
● BRONZE – Anand Hela Shibpur, Dinobundhoo Institution
● BRONZE – Abdul Harish, BESC
3.) CATEGORY: -65 kg Senior Boys
● GOLD – Sumit Kumar Sharma, BESC
● SILVER – Anhad, IMU
● BRONZE – Anubhav Jain, BESC
● BRONZE – Mezanur Rehman, A.J.C. Bose College
4.) CATEGORY: -70 kg Boys
● GOLD – Md. Fahad Zedan, A.J.C. Bose College
● SILVER – Srijit Pandit, A.J.C. Bose College
● BRONZE – Sujal Singh, Berahmpore College
5.) CATEGORY: -75 kg Boys
● GOLD – Rabin Chakraborty, Berahmpore College
● SILVER – Aditya Pratap Singh, BESC
● BRONZE – Siddharth, BES
6.) CATEGORY: -85 kg Boys
● GOLD Rohit Chowdhury, BESC
● SILVER Vikramaditya Shah, BESC
7.) CATEGORY: 85+ kg Boys
● GOLD Aryan Kumar Thapa, BESC
● SILVER Arunava Saha, Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology
8.) CATEGORY: -50 kg Senior Girls
● GOLD – Dipa Biswas, P.R.Thakur Govt. College
● SILVER – Aayet Bano, BESC
9.) CATEGORY: -55 kg Senior Girls
● GOLD – Saniya Ojha, BESC
● SILVER Sneha Shaw, Shri Shikshayatan College
10.) CATEGORY: -60 kg Senior Girls
● GOLD – Zarine Khan, Shri Shikshayatan College
● SILVER – Manowana Khtaun , Sewnarayan Rameshawar Fatepuria College
● BRONZE – Mahamaya Kanti, BESC
11.) KING of the COLLEGE
● GOLD – Athur Rahaman, Shyama Prasad College
● SILVER – Soyeb Ali, BESC
12.) QUEEN of the COLLEGE
● GOLD – Khushi Lakra, BESC
● SILVER – Manowara, S.R.F. College

With formidable competitors and expert referees, the event was a resounding success. Students showcased impressive self-defense skills, inspiring onlookers to embrace the sport for both its competitive spirit and practical life applications.