India will once again look towards its strongest sporting disciplines, boxing and weightlifting, as it aims for a successful campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Both sports have consistently delivered medals for the country over the years, and expectations remain high with a blend of experienced champions and promising youngsters set to represent the nation.

Weightlifters ready to carry India’s medal hopes in Commonwealth Games 2026

Olympic silver medallist Mirabai Chanu is expected to lead India’s challenge in weightlifting. A former Commonwealth Games champion, Mirabai remains one of the country’s biggest gold medal contenders and will be eager to add another major title to her collection.

India eyes Commonwealth Games 2026 glory
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Joining her are Commonwealth medallists Bindyarani Devi and Achinta Sheuli, both of whom have impressed on the international stage in recent years. Along with several rising lifters, they form a balanced squad capable of competing for medals across multiple weight categories.

India has traditionally been one of the strongest weightlifting nations in the Commonwealth, and the team will be aiming to continue that legacy in Glasgow.

Indian boxers aim to continue the winning tradition in Commonwealth Games 2026

The boxing team also heads into the Games with confidence after enjoying sustained success at international competitions. Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain is among the biggest names in the squad and is expected to lead India’s medal charge.

Alongside Lovlina, several national champions and young boxers will look to make their mark. The team combines experience with fresh talent, giving India strong medal prospects across different weight divisions.

Indian boxers have regularly finished on the podium at previous Commonwealth Games, and another impressive performance is expected from the squad.

With boxing and weightlifting accounting for a significant share of India’s medals in past editions, both teams will play a crucial role in the country’s campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Months of preparation and international competition have helped the athletes fine-tune their performances, and they now head to Glasgow with the aim of bringing home another rich haul of medals. If the leading stars perform to expectations and the younger athletes rise to the occasion, boxing and weightlifting could once again emerge as India’s most successful sports at the Games.