New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) Olympic bronze medalist Vijender Singh Wednesday said air-conditioned practice facilities will help pugilists prepare better for the Commonwealth Games in October.

‘There is no air-conditioned boxing hall in India where we can practice. A thought can be given on the matter. It is important to have a facility where the boxers can practice comfortably,’ Vijender said at a function here.

The boxer said any such facility will help the players perform well in international competitions.

He said the Oct 3-14 Games will help promote sports other than cricket in the country.