"I will try to make up for it at the Asian Games": Narender Berwal after missing CWG gold
Glasgow, August 2
Indian heavyweight boxer Narender Berwal expressed his disappointment after missing the gold medal in the 2026 Commonwealth Games by a narrow margin but remains focused on making amends at the Asian Games.
Berwal said he gave his best in a hard-fought final against his English opponent and lost by the finest of margins. Berwal also praised the Indian boxing team's overall performance.
He expressed confidence that the team will build on its showing, prepare thoroughly, and produce even stronger performances at the Asian Games.
Berwal secured the silver medal in the men's 90+ kg category after finishing runner-up to England's Damar Thomas in the final, capping off a historic campaign for Indian boxing.
"I missed out by a narrow margin, but I will try to make up for it at the Asian Games. I gave my best; it was a tough fight against the English opponent, and I missed the win by a whisker. I'll make up for it at the Asian Games... We performed much better than we had anticipated. Boxers like Sumit Kundu, Aditya Yadav, Parveen Hooda, and Kapil Pokhariya lost very close 3-2 bouts. We could have potentially won 14 out of 14 medals. Those four boxers lost by the narrowest of margins. You will see great results in the upcoming Asian Games. We will prepare thoroughly and give our best," Berwal told ANI.
With Berwal's podium finish, India concluded its most successful-ever Commonwealth Games boxing campaign with an unprecedented haul of 10 medals, seven gold and three silver.
Berwal settled for the silver medal in the men's 90+kg boxing event after going down to England's Damar Thomas by a unanimous 5-0 decision in the final.
Despite a spirited effort, Berwal was outboxed by the English heavyweight, concluding an impressive Commonwealth Games campaign with a podium finish.
India finished atop the boxing medal standings at the Commonwealth Games with a record-breaking haul of seven gold and three silver medals, marking its best-ever performance in the competition's history.
— ANI
Reader Comments
What a campaign this has been for Indian boxing! 10 medals, 7 golds - absolutely historic. Berwal's attitude is spot on - acknowledging the narrow loss but already looking forward. This is the sportsman spirit we need. Best of luck for Asian Games! 🙌
Impressive performance from the Indian boxing team. 7 gold medals is a remarkable achievement at the Commonwealth level. Berwal's silver in the heavyweight category is commendable - the English boxer was a tough opponent. Looking forward to seeing India's progress at the Asian Games.
The improvement in Indian boxing over the years is remarkable. From being overlooked to topping the medal tally - this is a new era. Berwal's determination to bounce back at the Asian Games shows true champion mentality. But we also need to look at those 3-2 losses - close bouts that could have turned the tide. Academy ka system sahi direction mein kaam kar raha hai!
Respect for Narender Berwal. Silver at this level is huge, especially for a heavyweight. The way he's already focusing on the Asian Games shows his hunger. Indian boxing is on the rise - from Vijender Singh's bronze in 2008 to this historic 10-medal haul. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳🥊
Proud of our boxers! 7 golds and 3 silvers - this shows how much hard work has gone into the sport. Berwal's positive attitude despite the loss is admirable. The Asian Games will be tougher with China, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, but if we prepare well, we
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