India continued its impressive campaign at CWG 2026, with athletes delivering strong performances across multiple disciplines and keeping the country’s medal ambitions alive. From weightlifting and boxing to athletics and swimming, several Indian competitors either secured medals or booked places in crucial finals, adding to the nation’s growing momentum at the Commonwealth Games.
With four medals already on the board, India remains in contention for more podium finishes as several athletes prepare for medal-deciding events in the coming sessions.
Raja Muthupandi Wins Weightlifting Silver
One of India’s standout performances came in weightlifting, where Raja Muthupandi claimed the silver medal after an impressive display of strength and consistency. Competing under pressure, Muthupandi maintained his composure throughout the event and produced lifts that secured India another place on the podium.
His silver medal adds valuable points to India’s overall tally and reinforces the country’s reputation as a strong force in Commonwealth weightlifting competitions.
Sachin Siwach Reaches Boxing Quarterfinals
India also received encouraging news from the boxing ring. Sachin Siwach advanced to the quarterfinals after defeating England’s William Hewitt in the men’s 60kg Round of 16 contest.
Siwach won the bout by a 4-1 split decision, controlling the contest from the opening rounds with aggressive yet composed boxing. His victory keeps India’s hopes alive in the boxing competition, with just one more win separating him from a guaranteed medal position.
His performance has generated optimism among Indian boxing supporters, who will now look forward to his quarterfinal appearance.
Ankush Advances in Men’s 80kg Boxing
India enjoyed further success in boxing as Ankush also progressed to the quarterfinals in the men’s 80kg category.
He registered a commanding 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Jalan Jaan in the Round of 16, producing a disciplined performance throughout the contest. The convincing win places him among the remaining contenders for a medal in his weight class.
Murali Sreeshankar and Lokesh Sathyanathan Qualify for Long Jump Final
India’s athletics team also had a productive day, with two long jumpers securing places in the men’s final.
Murali Sreeshankar comfortably cleared the qualification round with a best jump of 8.01 meters, earning his place in the medal round. Having consistently performed at major international competitions, Sreeshankar will be one of India’s leading medal hopes in athletics.
Joining him in the final is Lokesh Sathyanathan, who produced a best jump of 7.77 meters during the qualification stage. Competing in Group B, Lokesh finished fourth in his group and seventh overall, which was enough to book his place in the final.
With two Indian athletes competing in the event, the country will have multiple chances to challenge for a podium finish.
Sajan Prakash Books Place in 200m Butterfly Final
India’s experienced swimmer Sajan Prakash continued his impressive campaign by qualifying for the men’s 200-meter butterfly final.
His qualification marks another important achievement for Indian swimming at CWG 2026, where the nation is aiming to improve its presence in the pool. Sajan will compete in the medal race scheduled for July 28, with Indian fans hoping he can convert his strong form into a podium finish.
Tejas Shirse Qualifies for 110m Hurdles Final
In track and field, Tejas Shirse secured a place in the men’s 110-meter hurdles final after finishing third in his qualifying heat.
He clocked 13.76 seconds, earning one of the eight available spots in the final. With the title race approaching, Tejas will look to produce his best performance when he lines up against the Commonwealth’s top hurdlers.
Swatik Patil Reaches Para Swimming Final
India’s para-swimming campaign also received a boost as Swatik Patil qualified for the final of the men’s 100-meter breaststroke SB9 event.
Patil finished fourth in his heat with a timing of 1 minute 15.85 seconds, ranking sixth overall to secure a place in the final. He now has an opportunity to compete for a Commonwealth medal in the medal race.
India’s Medal Prospects Continue to Improve
India’s consistent performances across multiple sports underline the depth of its contingent at CWG 2026. While Raja Muthupandi has already added another silver medal to the country’s tally, several athletes remain in contention for medals in boxing, athletics, swimming and para swimming.
The coming days are expected to be crucial for the Indian team as several finals and knockout matches take place. With athletes continuing to advance through the competition, India’s medal count could rise further before the Games conclude.
As the competition intensifies, Indian supporters will be watching closely, hoping the country’s athletes can turn strong qualifying performances into podium finishes and continue the nation’s successful run at CWG 2026.
