Latest update coming from sources placed in London has it that after Vijender Singh, the only left Indian boxer at Olympics 2012, knocked out of Games. Devendro Singh’s bid for an Olympic bronze medal was dashed after he succumbed to Ireland's Paddy Barnes in a high-voltage quarterfinal contest.

Meanwhile, the session was marked by some debatable refereeing and controversial warnings at the Excel Arena on Wednesday.

The 20-year-old Devendro though gave his best as he fought gallantly last night but could not prevail over his stronger opponent who scripted a 23-18 victory to romp into the semifinals. But the high-scoring result left the Indian contingent fuming as they claimed that the refereeing had gone heavily against the diminutive Indian who was warned once in the second round.

With Devendro's exit, the Indian challenge in the boxing ring also came to an end with only MC Mary Kom providing the spark with a historic bronze medal in women's boxing which has been introduced in the Olympics for the first time.

The Indians were livid with the point decisions which they claimed had been extremely unfair on Devendro. "There were so many mistakes against our boxers. He (Barnes) was not hitting the right spots and still getting points. It was not fair," India's foreign coach BI Fernandez said after the bout.

Well, we’re disappointed but still appreciate Devendro for his great show!

Source: TNN