On July 26, India’s athletes compete across ten events at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, highlighted by Mirabai Chanu’s weightlifting final and multiple medal contests.

Key Takeaways

  • Mirabai Chanu aims to secure gold in the Women’s 48kg weightlifting final
  • Doping scandal trims India’s weightlifting squad to 11 athletes
  • Medal events span gymnastics, swimming, boxing and lawn bowls

Day 4 of the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, July 26, sees India’s contingent battling across a packed schedule. The day opens at 1:00 pm with lawn bowls and stretches into the early hours of July 27 with boxing and swimming finals.

Weightlifting remains the headline, as Olympic silver‑medallist Mirabai Chanu steps onto the platform for the Women’s 48 kg final. With a personal best total of 205 kg, she is the clear favourite to retain her Commonwealth crown. Fellow lifters Rishikanta Singh (Men’s 60 kg) and M. Raja (Men’s 65 kg) also target early medals.

Beyond the lifting hall, artistic gymnastics features Tapan Mohanty in the Men’s All‑Around Final, while the women’s team of Pranati Nayak, Nishka Agarwal, Protistha Samanta and Eshitaa Rewale compete for the All‑Around podium.

Swimming sees Srihari Nataraj, Aryan Nehra, Aneesh Gowda and Dhakshan Shashikumar in the Men’s 4×200 m freestyle relay heats, with a final scheduled for the early morning of July 27. Boxing matches run late into the night, with Preeti, Jadumani Singh Mandengbam and Aditya Pratap Yadav representing India in their respective weight classes.

Lawn bowls rounds continue, featuring Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki in women’s pairs and Putul Sonowal in men’s singles.

Historical Background

India has historically excelled at the Commonwealth Games, especially in weightlifting and boxing. In 2018, the nation secured 66 medals, including two golds for Mirabai Chanu, cementing its status among the top five nations.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that India’s performance here not only boosts national pride but also serves as a strategic rehearsal for the upcoming Asian Games, allowing athletes to fine‑tune their preparation without overexertion.

Former Olympian and commentator Rajesh Kumar says, "Chanu's measured approach could secure another gold while keeping her fresh for the Asian Games."
Did You Know?: India has amassed over 500 Commonwealth Games medals to date, with weightlifting contributing more than 150 of them.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: When does Mirabai Chanu compete in the weightlifting final?

A: She competes at 6:45 pm IST on July 26 in the Women’s 48kg event.

Q2: How many medals has India won at the Commonwealth Games overall?

A: India has earned roughly 500 medals across all editions, with weightlifting being a major contributor.