CWG 2026: Boxers Lovlina, Sachin, Sakshi, Priya storm into finals as India await rich haul
Glasgow, Aug 1
India continued to rule the boxing rings at the Commonwealth Games 2026 as Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain, along with Sakshi and Priya, won their respective semifinals and qualified for the finals, assuring the country at least three more silver medals.
In all, nine Indian boxers have reached the final in their respective weight categories.
Preeti (54kg), Ankush Phangal (80kg), Jaismine (57kg), Arundhati (70kg) and Jadumani Singh (55kg) are the other Indian boxers to have made it to the final in their respective weight divisions, making it a highly successful day for India.
On Friday, Lovlina was the biggest Indian star taking to the ring, and she lived up to her reputation by winning 5-0 against Tarona Khanum Badi Pasoni Taafaki of Tuvalu and reaching the final.
The Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist and gold medallist at the 2023 World Championships in New Delhi, Lovlina had received a bye in the first round. She had reached the semifinals without even taking to the rings. Assured of a medal, the 28-year-old boxer from Assam reached the final with a comprehensive win on Friday.
Sakshi added to that success as she defeated Amber-Jane Wall of Canada in a unanimous 5-0 decision in the women's 51kg.
Sakshi dominated the bout and did not allow her opponent many chances, and was adjudged the clear winner by all five judges. The bout was marked 30-27, 30-26, 30-27, 30-27 and 30-25 by the five judges, proving that the Indian boxer had a clear advantage in all three rounds.
Priya then assured India at least a silver medal in the women's 60kg, winning by 5-0 against L.Kings.Wheatley of England in the semifinal.
Sachin (60kg) won by 5-0 against O. Harris-Allan (WAL) and reached the final, maintaining India's 100 per cent record on semifinal day in boxing so far.
In a major result earlier in the day, Arundhati stunned Commonwealth Games 2022 gold medallist R. Eccles to storm into the final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Excellent performance by our boxers! 9 finals is no small feat. The future of Indian boxing looks very bright with this young generation. Hopefully our government continues to support these athletes with proper training facilities and nutrition programs.
Lovlina is such an inspiration! From Tokyo bronze to now dominating the Commonwealth stage. She's showing that hard work and dedication really pays off. 😊 Also great to see so many young boxers stepping up. India's boxing revolution is real!
Great job by all the boxers! But I feel we should also give credit to the coaches and support staff who work behind the scenes. Indian boxing has come a long way since the likes of Vijender Singh and Mary Kom. The medal tally should be quite impressive after all these finals.
So proud of Sakshi and Priya for their dominant performances! Winning 5-0 is not easy at this level. 👏 The fact that nine Indians are in finals shows the depth of talent we have. Just imagine if the government invests more in grassroots boxing what we could achieve in the Olympics!
Truly outstanding achievement! Every single semifinalist made it through - 100% success rate speaks volumes about our preparation. Arundhati beating the CWG 2022 gold medallist is particularly special. Hope our boxers convert these finals into gold medals! 🇮🇳
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