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India Wins Record 7 Gold Medals in Boxing at CWG

India's boxers shine, judokas and para athletes excel at Commonwealth Games

Mumbai Alert · Sports Desk
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Sports Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sun, 02 August 2026 at 10:25 am
India Wins Record 7 Gold Medals in Boxing at CWG

India's boxers made history by winning a record seven gold medals at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Saturday. The country's boxers, including women pugilists, dominated the ring, with five gold medals won by Jaismine Lamboria, Preeti Pawar, Priya Ghanghas, Sakshi Chaudhary, and Arundhati Choudhary.

Sachin Siwach and Ankush Panghal sealed the men's titles, bringing the total gold medal count to seven. This is India's best-ever performance in boxing at the Commonwealth Games, surpassing the previous record of three gold medals won in Gold Coast in 2018.

In addition to the boxing medals, India's judokas also had a historic run, with Unnati Sharma clinching a bronze medal in the women's 63kg event. Harsh Singh and Asmita Dey became India's first-ever Commonwealth Games judo gold medallists, winning twin titles on Saturday.

India's para athletes also excelled, with Soman Rana winning a gold medal in the men's F57 para shot put event. The country's total medal count now stands at 39, with 13 gold, 17 silver, and 9 bronze medals.

Australia leads the medal table with 62 gold medals, followed by England with 26 gold medals, and Canada with 18 gold medals. India has jumped to the fourth spot in the medal table.

The Indian boxing team's performance has been praised by many, including Home Minister Amit Shah, who congratulated Sachin Siwach on winning the gold medal in the men's 60 kg boxing event.

India's historic run at the Commonwealth Games is a testament to the country's growing sporting prowess. The country's athletes have been performing exceptionally well, bringing home a record number of medals.

The Commonwealth Games have been a platform for Indian athletes to showcase their talent and skills, and the country's performance at the games has been impressive. With the games coming to a close, India will be looking to add more medals to its tally.

The Indian team's performance at the Commonwealth Games has been a source of pride for the nation, and the country's athletes have been hailed as heroes. The team's historic run is a testament to the country's growing sporting culture and its ability to produce world-class athletes.

In conclusion, India's performance at the Commonwealth Games has been exceptional, with the country's boxers, judokas, and para athletes excelling in their respective events. The country's historic run at the games is a source of pride for the nation, and the team's performance will be remembered for years to come.

Frequently asked questions

How many gold medals did India win in boxing at the CWG?

India won 7 gold medals in boxing at the CWG.

Who are the Indian judokas who won historic medals at the CWG?

Harsh Singh and Asmita Dey are the Indian judokas who won historic medals at the CWG.

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