Subedar Narender Berwal, a prominent boxer representing the Indian Army's Corps of Signals, extended his brilliant run at the Commonwealth Games 2026 by booking a place in the final of the men's +90kg category. Berwal delivered a commanding performance in the semifinal round, securing a 5-0 unanimous decision victory against Nigel Paul of Trinidad and Tobago. This decisive win guarantees India at least a silver medal, with national expectations now firmly aimed at the gold.
Dominant Display in the Semifinal Match
From the opening bell of the semifinal clash, Berwal established control over the bout using an aggressive strategy complemented by precise punching and sound defensive skills. Nigel Paul found it difficult to counter the Indian boxer's steady pressure throughout the contest. All five judges scored the fight in favor of Berwal, resulting in a unanimous 5-0 result.
Final Showdown Against Scotland's Robert McNulty
In the upcoming final bout, Narender Berwal will step into the ring against Robert McNulty of Scotland to compete for the ultimate honor. The winner of this matchup will claim the +90kg Commonwealth Games gold medal. A victory for Berwal would add another gold medal to India's tally at the 2026 Games.
Strong Recent Form on the International Stage
Berwal enters the final phases of the tournament following months of impressive international performances. Prior to the Commonwealth Games, he captured a gold medal in June 2026 at the European Cup Gold Grand Prix held in the Czech Republic. In that final, he defeated Jakhongir Zokirov of Uzbekistan, who is a Paris Olympian and World Championship medalist.
Career Background of the Army Subedar
Hailing from Hisar in Haryana, Narender Berwal serves as a Subedar in the Indian Army. He initiated his boxing journey in 2010 and subsequently received formal training at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) center in Bhiwani. Over the years, he has built a strong competitive resume across major international events.
His prior career achievements include
- Gold medal at the 2019 South Asian Games
- Bronze medal at the 2022 Asian Boxing Championships
- Bronze medal at the 2023 Asian Games
- Silver medal at the 2025 World Boxing Cup
Sports fans across India are now closely following Berwal as the military boxer prepares to maintain his winning momentum in the final bout and bring home top honors.
