September 26, 2011 8:35 AM

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World Boxing Championship gets underway in Baku, Azerbaijan today

The World Boxing Championship gets underway in Baku, Azerbaijan on Monday. With more than 650 boxers from 120 countries in fray, it is one of the biggest World Championships, from where the first batch of Olympic qualifiers will be known. Last edition's bronze-medallist Vijender Singh will once again be the star of India's campaign but there are others to watch out for as well. Suranjoy Singh will be another star Indian boxer who is expected to not just book an Olympic berth but also fetch a medal. India's campaign will be opened by 19-year-old rookie L. Devendro Singh who will make his senior international debut today.

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