At the Commonwealth Games 2026, Bindyarani Devi secured a bronze medal in the women's 58kg weightlifting event with a total lift of 199kg. Her achievement lifts India’s overall medal count to six and marks the country’s fifth weightlifting medal at these Games.

Key Takeaways

  • Bindyarani Devi wins bronze in the 58kg category.
  • India’s Commonwealth Games medal tally rises to six.
  • She lifted a total of 199kg (87kg snatch, 112kg clean & jerk).

Bindyarani Devi delivered a solid performance, posting a total of 199kg to finish third in the women’s 58kg weight class. Her snatch effort peaked at 87kg, while she managed 112kg in the clean and jerk.

Nigeria’s Rafiatu Folashade Lawal claimed gold with a record‑setting 229kg, and Canada’s Ann Sophie Taschereau took silver with 215kg. Lawal also set a new CWG clean‑and‑jerk record of 126kg on her final attempt.

Devi began the snatch with 83kg, improving to 85kg and then 87kg on subsequent attempts, securing a podium‑eligible score. In the clean and jerk she missed her first 110kg lift, but recovered with a successful 112kg lift; a final 116kg attempt fell short, yet the 112kg was enough for bronze.

Historical Background

India’s weightlifting legacy has been highlighted by stars such as Mirabai Chanu and Rishikanta Singh. Bindyarani first burst onto the scene with a win at the 2016 IWLF Youth Nationals, followed by gold at the 2019 Khelo India Youth Games. Her silver at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games in the 55kg division cemented her status as a rising international contender.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the steady rise of athletes like Bindyarani underscores the effectiveness of India’s recent investment in weightlifting infrastructure and talent development, pointing to a brighter medal outlook for future Games.

"Bindyarani’s technical precision and mental resilience make her a genuine world‑class competitor," said a senior national weightlifting coach.
Did You Know?: At the 2025 National Games, Bindyarani set a new Indian snatch record of 88kg, surpassing even Mirabai Chanu’s previous mark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Did Bindyarani break any Commonwealth Games records in the 58kg class?

A: No, while her total of 199kg earned her bronze, the record lifts were set by Nigeria’s Lawal.

Q2: How will this medal impact India’s weightlifting strategy going forward?

A: The podium finish reinforces the focus on nurturing young talent and is likely to attract more funding and support for the sport.