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Mandeep Jangra (Indian Boxer)

Mandeep Jangra (born May 19, 1993, Kharian, Haryana) is a prominent Indian professional boxer and former amateur medalist. He is known for his explosive punches and aggressive style. His nickname is “Kartoos” (meaning cartridge/bullet).

Physical Stats

Weight Class: Lightweight / Super Featherweight

Height: ~5′7″ (170 cm), Reach: 70 inches (178 cm)

Stance: Orthodox

Amateur Career Achievements

Silver Medal at the 2013 Asian Amateur Boxing Championships (Welterweight).

Silver Medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games (Glasgow) in welterweight.

Gold Medal at the 2016 South Asian Games.

Arjuna Award recipient in 2015 by the Government of India for excellence in boxing.

Professional Career Highlights

Pro Debut: May 7, 2021 — Defeated Luciano Ramos (Argentina) via unanimous decision.

Signed by Roy Jones Jr. (former world champion boxer and Hall of Famer) in 2023 as his official trainer — Mandeep became the first Indian boxer signed under Roy’s mentorship.

January 2024: Won the NBA Intercontinental Super Featherweight Title in the USA, defeating Gerardo Esquivel.

November 2024: Defeated Conor McIntosh (UK) in the Cayman Islands to win the WBF (World Boxing Federation) World Title, becoming India’s first WBF world champion.

Coaching and Training

Early training under Akhil Kumar, 2006 CWG Gold medallist.

Currently trains with Roy Jones Jr., alongside coaches Asa Beard and Angel, focusing on advanced pro techniques.

Motivation and Message

After winning the world title, Jangra dedicated the victory to his supporters and the nation, saying:

"This isn’t just my personal win; this belongs to every Indian who believed in me. This is for the country."

He emphasized that this win would pave the way for Indian boxers in the global pro boxing arena.

Quick Profile

Field                            Details

Full Name                    Mandeep Jangra

Date of Birth               May 19, 1993

Place                           Kharian, Haryana, India

Nickname                   Kartoos

Amateur Titles Asian Silver (2013), CWG Silver (2014), SAG Gold (2016)

Professional Titles      NBA Intercontinental (2024), WBF World Champion (2024)

Professional Record   13 Fights – 12 Wins (7 by KO), 1 Loss

Notable Trainers         Akhil Kumar, Roy Jones Jr.

Conclusion

Mandeep Jangra’s journey from amateur success to becoming a world professional boxing champion is a true story of dedication, resilience, and global ambition. As one of India’s rising stars in pro boxing, he continues to inspire a new generation of fighters with his fearless spirit and relentless drive.