India secured a historic eight gold medals in boxing and para events on August 1, 2026, during the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Sakshi for her commanding gold in the women’s 51 kg boxing category, as Indian athletes dominated multiple final bouts.
The tenth day of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow brought an unprecedented wave of success for the Indian contingent on August 1, 2026. Athletes captured a remarkable haul of eight gold medals across boxing and para athletics, reshaping the nation’s standing at the international multi-sport competition.
Sakshi and Women Boxers Secure Commanding Gold Medals
Women’s boxing proved to be a powerhouse for the delegation. Sakshi delivered a dominant performance in the 51 kg boxing division, earning swift praise from national leadership. Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted a public congratulatory message celebrating the victory.
Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, stated via PM India that Sakshi had earned a prestigious gold in the women’s 51 kg boxing event, congratulated her on a commanding performance and a decisive victory, and expressed hope that she would continue to scale greater heights.
In the 70 kg final, Arundhati Choudhary defeated England’s Kathleene Reed by a 5-0 margin. Although the referee urged both fighters to increase their pace during the opening thirty seconds of the final round, the Indian boxer successfully neutralized her opponent’s attempts to mount a comeback.
Men’s Boxing Finals Bring Hard-Fought Victories
The men’s boxing squad matched the intensity of the women’s team, contributing crucial titles to the overall tally. Ankush Panghal established control early in the 80 kg final, defeating English boxer Dimeji Shittu 4-1.
During the second round, the referee penalized Sachin with a one-point deduction, creating an urgent need for a strong finish. With the final round running level, Sachin delivered a powerful late punch that staggered Nadevelo, securing a 3-2 victory.
Additional podium finishes in the boxing ring included silver medals awarded to Lovlina Borgohain, Jadumani, and Narendra Berwal after hard-fought runner-up bouts.
Para Athletics Success and Historical Distance Running
Beyond the boxing ring, Indian competitors excelled in field and track events in Scotland. Soman Rana captured a gold medal in para athletics by winning the shot put event.
On the track, Gulveer Singh secured a bronze medal in the men’s 5000-meter race. With this performance, Gulveer made history by becoming the first Indian athlete to claim medals in both the 5000-meter and 10000-meter events at the Commonwealth Games. The team also added two medals in the triple jump to round out a prolific day of competition.
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