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Indian Boxers Secure Medals at Commonwealth Games
30 Jul
Summary
- Sakshi and Arundhati reached the semifinals, guaranteeing bronze medals.
- Sakshi won her quarterfinal bout 5-0; Arundhati won hers 3-1.
- They join four other Indian boxers who have already secured medals.
Indian boxers Sakshi Chaudhary and Arundhati Choudhary have secured at least bronze medals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Both athletes progressed to the semifinals in their respective weight categories on Wednesday, July 30, 2026. Sakshi achieved a decisive 5-0 victory against Caitlin Fryers of Northern Ireland in the women's 51kg quarterfinal.
Arundhati Choudhary faced a tougher challenge, clinching her spot in the semifinals with a resilient 3-1 split-decision win over Morgan Henderson from New Zealand. These advancements mean India's boxing team continues to build momentum, with both Sakshi and Arundhati now on the cusp of competing for gold medals.
Sakshi's medal confirms her as the fifth Indian boxer to guarantee a podium finish at these Games. She follows Lovlina Borgohain (75kg), Priya Ghanghas (60kg), Preeti Pawar (54kg), and Jadumani Singh (55kg), who had previously secured their medal positions. The focus now shifts to the upcoming semifinal bouts.
