Indian boxers have delivered a historic performance at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026, creating a new high-water mark for the nation's combat sports legacy. Star pugilist Jaismine Lamboria earned a hard-fought victory in her quarterfinal bout against her English opponent, clinching a spot in the semifinals. With this win, she guaranteed India's 10th boxing medal of the tournament, officially making CWG 2026 the country's most successful Commonwealth Games campaign in boxing history.
Jaismine Lamboria Secures Semifinal Slot with Split Decision
Competing in the women's 57 kg weight category, Jaismine Lamboria squared off against host nation fighter Elise Glynn of England in a tense quarterfinal match. Both athletes displayed high intensity throughout the contest, exchanging clean strikes across all rounds. Demonstrating tactical sharpness and effective defensive movement, Lamboria ultimately earned a 4-1 split decision victory from the judges. The triumph advances her to the final four, assuring her of at least a bronze medal in the competition.
Lamboria had received a direct bye in the opening Round of 16 for the women's 57 kg division, beginning her campaign directly in the quarterfinals. Making the most of her opening bout, she delivered when it mattered most to expand India's medal tally. The victory continues an impressive trajectory for Lamboria, who is the reigning Featherweight World Champion. She had previously captured a bronze medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, and her latest success marks back-to-back CWG medal performances in her career. Details of the national sporting achievements were highlighted via Media SAI on official channels.
Historic Benchmark Surpasses 2018 Gold Coast Record
Lamboria's quarterfinal victory holds major significance as it brought India's overall boxing medal tally at Glasgow 2026 to double digits. India had never previously reached ten medals in boxing at a single edition of the Commonwealth Games. The previous national benchmark was established during the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, where Indian boxers accumulated a total of 9 medals. By securing 10 podium positions in Glasgow, the current squad has eclipsed the previous record to set an all-time national high.
Complete List of India's 10 Medal-Winning Boxers
The ten Indian boxers who have guaranteed medals across various men's and women's weight divisions include
- Lovlina Borgohain: Women's 75 kg
- Priya Ghanghas: Women's 60 kg
- Preeti Pawar: Women's 54 kg
- Jadumani Singh: Men's 55 kg
- Sakshi Chaudhary: Women's 51 kg
- Arundhati Chaudhary: Women's 70 kg
- Sachin Siwach: Men's 60 kg
- Ankush: Men's 80 kg
- Narender Berwal: Men's +90 kg
- Jaismine Lamboria: Women's 57 kg
With ten boxers having successfully locked in podium finishes, attention now shifts to the upcoming semifinal and final rounds. The Indian contingent will focus on upgrading their assured bronze medals into gold and silver achievements as the tournament moves into its decisive stages.
