<p>Akhil, a Commonwealth Games gold medallist from the 2006 edition in Melbourne, beat Marescot Michael 21-6.<br /><br />The 29-year-old took a 7-0 lead before his rival tried to stage a fightback but the Indian was so dominant that he ensured that the scoreline showed the difference.<br /><br />"I used the uppercuts for most of my scoring. The bout was pretty easy in the end and I am glad to win," Akhil said after the bout.<br /><br />Olympic and World Championship bronze medallist Vijender Singh will make his debut in the light heavyweight (81kg) category, while Ajay Kumar (75kg) will also open his campaign.</p>
<p>Akhil, a Commonwealth Games gold medallist from the 2006 edition in Melbourne, beat Marescot Michael 21-6.<br /><br />The 29-year-old took a 7-0 lead before his rival tried to stage a fightback but the Indian was so dominant that he ensured that the scoreline showed the difference.<br /><br />"I used the uppercuts for most of my scoring. The bout was pretty easy in the end and I am glad to win," Akhil said after the bout.<br /><br />Olympic and World Championship bronze medallist Vijender Singh will make his debut in the light heavyweight (81kg) category, while Ajay Kumar (75kg) will also open his campaign.</p>