India's star wrestler Bajrang Punia entered the final of the 65 kilogram freestyle category at the Ranking Series event in Rome today.

He prevailed 5-4 over Zain Allen Retherford of USA, assuring himself at least a silver medal. Bajrang will take on another American wrestler Jordan Michael Oliver in the finals later tonight. 

It was, however curtains for Jitender in the 74 kg and world championship silver medallist Deepak Punia in the 86 kg category. 

Earlier, a dominant Vinesh Phogat won her first gold medal in 53 kg category of the 2020 season at the Rome Ranking Series event last night. Her gold came after teen sensation Anshu Malik settled for a silver in 57 kg competition.