The defining image of the trial for the Olympic qualifiers between the legendary MC Mary Kom and the up-and-coming Nikhat Zareen was not from the bout, but after the 9-1 decision in favour of the six-time World champion was announced.

Zareen was already applauding her vanquisher as the results were being read out. After the referee lifted the winner's hand, Zareen followed up her applause by moving to hug the senior. All she got was a literal cold shoulder and, according to several accounts, some foul words.