Wrestler Deepak Punia has become India’s first junior World Champion in 18 years.

He claimed a gold medal at the Junior Worlds with a win over Russia’s Alik Shebzukhov at Tallinn, Estonia.

The score was tied 2-2 at the end of the 86-kg men’s freestyle bout. However, Deepak was declared champion because he had scored the last point. 

In 92-kg weight category, Vicky claimed bronze after he defeated Batmagnai Enkhtuwacin of Mongolia 4-3.

The President of Indian Wrestling Federation, Brijbhushan Sharan Singh congratulated Deepak for his achievement.