India at Commonwealth Games 2026 Medal Tally: Boxing Gold Surge Propels Nation to Fourth Spot
India made its mark at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, finishing 4th with 39 medals, including 13 gold, 17 silver, and 9 bronze. Relive the historic moments, from Mirabai Chanu's record-breaking weightlifting gold to India's best-ever boxing and judo performances. Discover the full list of Indian medallists who shone on the global stage, bringing.
India has concluded its 2026 Commonwealth Games journey in Glasgow, Scotland, finishing a remarkable fourth on the overall medal table. The Indian contingent, comprising 122 athletes across ten sports, showcased exceptional talent and determination, accumulating a total of 39 medals, featuring 13 gold, 17 silver, and 9 bronze. Priya Ghanghas Wins Gold Medal at Commonwealth Games 2026 in Women's 60kg Boxing.
The Games, held from July 23 to August 2, 2026, saw India's athletes deliver standout performances across various disciplines, with boxing and judo making historic achievements, and athletics continuing to bring glory. Flag bearer Mirabai Chanu and baton bearer Lovlina Borgohain led a spirited team that left an indelible mark on the sporting spectacle.
India's Medal Haul at Glasgow 2026
Here's the full list of Indian medallists at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games:
| Medal | Athlete | Sport/Event |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | Mirabai Chanu | Weightlifting, Women's 48 kg |
| Gold | Sharmila Dhankar | Athletics, Women's shot put F57 |
| Gold | Dilip Gavit | Athletics, Men's 100 m T47 |
| Gold | Asmita Dey | Judo, Women's 48 kg |
| Gold | Harsh Singh | Judo, Men's 60 kg |
| Gold | Preeti Pawar | Boxing, Women's 54 kg |
| Gold | Jaismine Lamboria | Boxing, Women's 57 kg |
| Gold | Soman Rana | Athletics, Men's shot put F57 |
| Gold | Sakshi Chaudhary | Boxing, Women's 51 kg |
| Gold | Priya Ghanghas | Boxing, Women's 60 kg |
| Gold | Arundhati Choudhary | Boxing, Women's 70 kg |
| Gold | Sachin Siwach | Boxing, Men's 60 kg |
| Gold | Ankush Panghal | Boxing, Men's 80 kg |
| Silver | Rishikanta Singh | Weightlifting, Men's 60 kg |
| Silver | Muthupandi Raja | Weightlifting, Men's 65 kg |
| Silver | Gyaneshwari Yadav | Weightlifting, Women's 53 kg |
| Silver | Sarvesh Kushare | Athletics, Men's high jump |
| Silver | Ajaya Babu Valluri | Weightlifting, Men's 79 kg |
| Silver | Harjinder Kaur | Weightlifting, Women's 69 kg |
| Silver | Gulveer Singh | Athletics, Men's 10,000 metres |
| Silver | Murali Sreeshankar | Athletics, Men's long jump |
| Silver | Mohammed Basil | Athletics, Men's 100 m T47 |
| Silver | Lovepreet Singh | Weightlifting, Men's +110 kg |
| Silver | Yamini Mourya | Judo, Women's 57 kg |
| Silver | Neeraj Chopra | Athletics, Men's javelin throw |
| Silver | Praveen Chithravel | Athletics, Men's triple jump |
| Silver | Jadumani Singh | Boxing, Men's 55 kg |
| Silver | Shubham Juyal | Athletics, Men's shot put F57 |
| Silver | Lovlina Borgohain | Boxing, Women's 75 kg |
| Silver | Narender Berwal | Boxing, Men's +90 kg |
| Bronze | Jhandu Kumar | Para Powerlifting, Men's heavyweight |
| Bronze | Bindyarani Devi | Weightlifting, Women's 58 kg |
| Bronze | Shilpa Shyla | Athletics, Women's shot put F57 |
| Bronze | Seema Kaliramna | Athletics, Women's discus throw |
| Bronze | Tejaswin Shankar | Athletics, Men's decathlon |
| Bronze | Yashvir Singh | Athletics, Men's javelin throw |
| Bronze | Selva Prabhu | Athletics, Men's triple jump |
| Bronze | Unnati Sharma | Judo, Women's 63 kg |
| Bronze | Gulveer Singh | Athletics, Men's 5,000 metres |
Historic Milestones and Standout Performances
India's campaign was highlighted by several historic achievements. Weightlifting sensation Mirabai Chanu kicked off India's gold rush, securing her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal in the women's 48kg category. Her dominant performance saw her set two new Commonwealth Games records in snatch and clean & jerk, culminating in a total lift of 190kg, 22kg ahead of her nearest competitor. Chanu was visibly emotional on the podium, attributing her tears to the challenging journey and strict regimen, including two days of fasting, leading up to her "toughest medal" yet.
Indian boxers delivered an unprecedented performance, securing a record seven gold medals – their best-ever haul at a single edition of the Commonwealth Games – and topping the boxing medal table. Five of these gold medals came from the formidable women's pugilists, including reigning World Champion Jaismine Lamboria, alongside Preeti Pawar, Sakshi Chaudhary, Priya Ghanghas, and Arundhati Choudhary. Sachin Siwach and Ankush Panghal added two more golds in the men's categories. Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain also contributed with a silver medal.
Judo also saw a remarkable surge, with India achieving its most successful Commonwealth Games campaign in the sport, amassing two gold, one silver, and one bronze medal. Asmita Dey made history by becoming India's first-ever Commonwealth Games judo gold medallist in the women's 48kg event, swiftly followed by Harsh Singh, who became the first Indian male judoka to clinch a CWG gold in the men's 60kg category. Yamini Mourya added a silver, and Unnati Sharma secured a bronze, solidifying India's presence on the judo mat. Unnati Sharma Wins Bronze Medal at Commonwealth Games 2026 in Women's 63kg Judo.
In athletics, Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra secured a silver medal in the men's javelin throw with a season-best effort of 85.83m. Sharing the podium with fellow Indian Yashvir Singh, who clinched a bronze on his CWG debut with a personal best of 85.41m, made the moment particularly special for Chopra, reminiscent of previous double podium finishes at the Asian Games. Despite an ongoing recovery from injury and challenging chilly conditions in Glasgow, Chopra expressed contentment with his performance. Tejaswin Shankar etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian to win a Commonwealth Games decathlon medal, earning a bronze. Para-athlete Soman Rana also shone, winning gold in the Men's shot put F57, contributing to a significant medal haul for Indian para-sports athletes. Additionally, Gulveer Singh impressively secured two medals in athletics, a silver in the Men's 10,000 metres and a bronze in the Men's 5,000 metres.
India's performance at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games underscores the nation's growing prowess across diverse sports. The combined efforts of these athletes have not only brought home a substantial medal tally but have also inspired millions, setting a high benchmark for future international competitions and continuing to elevate India's standing in the global sporting arena.
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