Commonwealth Games 2026 India Shines as Gulveer Singh and Harjinder Kaur Win Silver While Boxing Secures Three Guaranteed Medals

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India Delivers Another Memorable Performance at the Commonwealth Games 2026

India continued its impressive campaign at the Commonwealth Games 2026 with another remarkable day of success. On the fifth day of the competition, Indian athletes added two silver medals to the country’s tally, highlighting the growing strength of Indian sports on the international stage. Distance runner Gulveer Singh created history by becoming the first Indian ever to win a medal in the men’s 10,000-meter event at the Commonwealth Games. Meanwhile, weightlifter Harjinder Kaur produced another outstanding performance to secure a silver medal in the women’s 69 kg category.

India also enjoyed a fantastic day in boxing, where three boxers advanced to the semifinals, guaranteeing at least three bronze medals under Commonwealth Games rules. Although India slipped from eighth to ninth place in the medal standings due to other nations winning more gold medals, the country’s overall performance remains highly encouraging. India has now won a total of 12 medals, including two gold medals, and remains in contention for several more.

Gulveer Singh Creates History in the Men’s 10,000 Meter Race

One of the biggest highlights of the day came from Indian long-distance runner Gulveer Singh, who delivered the performance of his career in the men’s 10,000-meter final. Battling difficult weather conditions and a rain-soaked track at Scotstoun Stadium, Gulveer completed the race in 27 minutes and 49.78 seconds to claim the silver medal.

His achievement is historic because no Indian athlete had ever won a medal in this event at the Commonwealth Games before. Gulveer displayed remarkable patience throughout the race and produced an extraordinary final lap. Entering the last lap in fourth position, he accelerated brilliantly in the closing stages to overtake his rivals and finish second.

Australia’s Kai Robinson claimed the gold medal, while Mullarkey from the Isle of Man secured the bronze medal. Gulveer’s silver represents a major milestone for Indian athletics and showcases the country’s growing potential in long-distance running.

From Army Aspirant to Commonwealth Games Medalist

Gulveer Singh’s journey is an inspiring story of determination, discipline, and hard work. The 27-year-old athlete comes from Sirsa village in Uttar Pradesh’s Aligarh district and currently serves as a Naib Subedar in the Indian Army.

Interestingly, Gulveer initially started running only to prepare for recruitment into the Indian Army. After joining the Grenadiers Regiment in 2018, he began taking athletics seriously and gradually transformed himself into one of India’s finest long-distance runners.

Years of disciplined training, military dedication, and relentless commitment helped him reach the international stage. His historic silver medal is expected to inspire thousands of young athletes across India who dream of representing the nation in global competitions.

Harjinder Kaur Wins Silver with a Personal Best Performance

Indian weightlifter Harjinder Kaur once again demonstrated her exceptional strength by winning the silver medal in the women’s 69 kg category. She lifted a combined total of 227 kilograms to finish second in a highly competitive field.

Harjinder produced a personal best lift of 101 kilograms in the snatch event before successfully lifting 126 kilograms in the clean and jerk. Her total of 227 kilograms earned India another valuable silver medal.

Canada’s Charlotte Simonneau won the gold medal with a total lift of 240 kilograms, while Australia’s Phoebe Hayman claimed the bronze medal.

Harjinder’s consistent improvement proves that she remains one of India’s brightest prospects in international weightlifting.

An Inspiring Journey from Kabaddi to Weightlifting

Harjinder Kaur’s rise to international success is a story filled with perseverance and determination. Hailing from Mahesh village in Punjab’s Nabha region, she did not begin her sporting career as a weightlifter. Instead, she initially played kabaddi and participated in tug-of-war competitions.

Recognizing her natural strength, coach Parvinder Sharma encouraged her to switch to weightlifting. Growing up, Harjinder regularly helped her family by operating a heavy fodder-cutting machine, an activity that naturally developed her upper-body strength.

She won a bronze medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games during her debut appearance. Now, with a silver medal in 2026, she has taken another major step forward and clearly established herself as a strong contender for future gold medals.

India Dominates Weightlifting Competition

Weightlifting has emerged as one of India’s strongest sports at the Commonwealth Games 2026. Harjinder Kaur’s silver medal became India’s seventh medal in weightlifting, reflecting the country’s impressive depth in the sport.

Earlier in the competition, Mirabai Chanu won the gold medal, while Rishikant Singh, Gyaneshwari Yadav, Raja Muthupandi, Ajay Babu, and Harjinder Kaur secured silver medals. Bindyarani Devi added a bronze medal to India’s collection.

This outstanding performance demonstrates India’s continued excellence in weightlifting and raises hopes for even greater achievements in future international events.

Manipur Continues to Produce Elite Champions

Athletes from Manipur have once again played a crucial role in India’s medal-winning campaign. Mirabai Chanu, Rishikant Singh, and Bindyarani Devi have all contributed medals for the nation.

Their remarkable success highlights the sporting culture of Manipur, which consistently produces world-class athletes despite limited resources. Their achievements continue to inspire young athletes throughout the country.

Indian Boxers Guarantee Three More Medals

India’s boxing team delivered another exceptional performance by ensuring at least three more medals.

Women’s boxer Preeti Pawar defeated Northern Ireland’s Nicole Clyde by a dominant five-nil unanimous decision in the 54 kg quarterfinal.

Priya Ghanghas also impressed by defeating Scotland’s Nia Mitchell four-one in the women’s 60 kg quarterfinal.

In the men’s 55 kg category, Jadumani outclassed Zambia’s Mwengo Mwale with another convincing five-nil victory.

All three Indian boxers have advanced to the semifinals, keeping alive India’s hopes of winning additional gold medals.

Why India’s Boxing Medals Are Already Confirmed

Unlike many other sports, boxing at the Commonwealth Games does not organize a separate bronze medal match. Both losing semifinalists automatically receive bronze medals.

As a result, India has already secured at least three bronze medals even before the semifinal bouts begin. If any of the Indian boxers win their semifinal contests, they will advance to the gold medal match with a chance to become Commonwealth champions.

The boxing competition remains one of India’s strongest medal opportunities in the remaining days of the Games.

Nirupama Devi Misses Out on a Medal

India’s Nirupama Devi Seram narrowly missed winning a medal in the women’s 63 kg weightlifting event.

She performed well in the snatch by lifting 93 kilograms and finishing fifth after the opening stage. However, she was unable to successfully lift 123 kilograms in any of her three clean and jerk attempts.

As a result, she failed to register a total score and missed out on the medal standings.

Canada’s Olympic champion Maude Charron won the gold medal, England’s Sarah Davies Smale secured silver, and Nauru’s Family-Christie Notte claimed bronze.

Vishal TK Advances to the 400 Meter Semifinals

India received more encouraging news from athletics as Vishal TK qualified for the men’s 400-meter semifinal.

He finished second in his heat with an impressive time of 46.49 seconds, comfortably securing a place in the next round.

However, Rajesh Ramesh finished seventeenth overall with a time of 47.43 seconds and was eliminated from the competition.

Vishal will now look to continue his strong form and compete for a place in the final.

Indian Swimmers Keep Medal Hopes Alive

Indian swimming also witnessed encouraging performances.

Srihari Nataraj advanced to the semifinals of the men’s 100-meter backstroke after recording a time of 55.58 seconds.

Meanwhile, Sajan Prakash finished twenty-eighth in the men’s 50-meter butterfly heats and could not qualify for the next round.

In para swimming, Karthik Budigina and Ali Imam successfully qualified for the final of the men’s 50-meter freestyle S13 event, keeping India’s medal hopes alive.

India’s Position in the Commonwealth Games Medal Table

Despite winning two silver medals on the fifth day, India slipped from eighth to ninth place in the overall medal standings due to the higher number of gold medals won by competing nations.

India has now collected 12 medals, including two gold, five silver, and five bronze medals.

Australia continues to dominate the Games with 35 gold medals and a total of 80 medals, maintaining a commanding lead at the top of the medal table.

With several Indian athletes still competing in athletics, boxing, swimming, and other events, the medal tally is expected to rise significantly in the coming days.

A Bright Future for Indian Sports

India’s performances at the Commonwealth Games 2026 clearly reflect the country’s growing sporting strength across multiple disciplines. Gulveer Singh’s historic silver medal in the men’s 10,000 meters and Harjinder Kaur’s outstanding achievement in weightlifting have become defining moments of the Games for India.

The guaranteed boxing medals, promising performances in athletics and swimming, and continued excellence in weightlifting indicate that India has built a strong foundation for sustained international success.

As the competition enters its decisive stages, millions of Indian fans will eagerly watch their athletes compete for more podium finishes. If the current momentum continues, India is well positioned to add several more medals and conclude the Commonwealth Games 2026 with one of its strongest performances in recent history.