India’s Boxing Success in Glasgow
Indian boxers have secured a minimum of five bronze medals at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, with several athletes advancing to the semi-finals. Among those guaranteeing medals are Sakshi Choudhary, Arundhati Choudhary, Sachin, Ankush, and Narendra. Their strong performances have contributed to a significant medal haul for India in the boxing events.
Arundhati Choudhary, competing in the women’s 70kg category, advanced to the semi-finals after a hard-fought victory over Morgan Henderson of New Zealand. Her win was secured by a 3-1 split decision. Choudhary revealed that a challenging 2kg weight cut, undertaken the day before her quarterfinal bout, was a significant hurdle she overcame. She dedicated her achievement to her younger brother and family, expressing her ambition to win gold for India.
In the men’s 90kg category, Narendra secured his semi-final spot by defeating Michael Seko of Samoa in a close 3-2 split decision. The bout was described as one of India’s toughest of the day, featuring intense exchanges and a dramatic final round. Narendra’s victory ensures another bronze medal for India.
Ankush, in the men’s 80kg boxing, delivered a dominant performance against Jade Micock of Seychelles, winning by a 5-0 unanimous decision. He controlled the fight from the start, securing all three rounds on every judge’s scorecard. This decisive win also guarantees India another medal.
Sachin, in the men’s 60kg category, similarly advanced to the semi-finals with a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Treasure Moremi of Botswana. His commanding performance adds to India’s growing list of confirmed boxing medals.
Confirmed Medalists and Upcoming Events
The list of confirmed Indian boxing medalists at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow includes several prominent names. These athletes have successfully reached the semi-finals, thereby assuring themselves of at least a bronze medal.
- Lovlina Borgohain (Women’s 75kg) – Secured direct entry into the semi-finals.
- Preeti Pawar (Women’s 54kg) – Reached the semi-finals.
- Priya Ghanghas (Women’s 60kg) – Reached the semi-finals.
- Jadumani Singh (Men’s 55kg) – Reached the semi-finals.
- Sakshi Choudhary (Women’s 51kg) – Reached the semi-finals.
- Arundhati Choudhary (Women’s 70kg) – Reached the semi-finals.
- Sachin Siwach (Men’s 60kg) – Reached the semi-finals.
Beyond boxing, India is also competing in various other events on July 29, 2026. In athletics, Animesh Kujur qualified for the men’s 200m semi-finals, achieving a season’s best run. Tajinderpal Singh Toor and Samardeep Singh Gill have progressed to the shot put final. Additionally, Sanjana narrowly missed a medal in weightlifting earlier in the day.
The schedule for the remainder of July 29, 2026, includes several medal events. In athletics, Sreeshankar Murali and Lokesh Satyanathan are set to compete in the men’s long jump final. Manpreet Kaur will participate in the women’s shot put final. Para-athletes are also in action, with Suyash Narayan Jadhav and Chaitanya Vishwas Kulkarni in the men’s 50m freestyle S7 final, and Devender Kumar and Sagar Thayat in the men’s discus throw F42-44/F61-64 final.
Other events include Aryan Nehra in the men’s 1500m freestyle final and Parul Choudhary in the women’s 3000m steeplechase final. In bowls, India’s Dinesh Kumar and Navneet Singh began their men’s pairs sectional play against Namibia, while Nayanmoni Saikia will face Caroline Whitehead of the Isle of Man in women’s singles section play.
The boxing action continues with Jaismine Lamboria scheduled to compete against Elise Glynn of England in the women’s 57kg quarterfinal on July 29, 2026.
Source: indiatoday.in
