CWG 2026 Day 7: Jaismine Bags 10th Boxing Medal for India, Lawn Bowls Duo Wins

Jaismine Powers Into Semifinals, Guarantees 10th Boxing Medal

India's boxing juggernaut rolled on at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow on Wednesday. Jaismine delivered a commanding performance in the ring to assure the country its 10th boxing medal of the tournament. She is now guaranteed at least a bronze.

The 10-medal mark is a historic first for Indian boxing at a single edition of the Games. The previous best was eight medals, achieved at Gold Coast 2018. Jaismine's victory keeps the momentum alive for a contingent that has exceeded all expectations.

Arundhati's Drastic Weight Cut Pays Off

A lesser-known but crucial story of the day comes from boxer Arundhati Choudhary. She shed 2kg in just 24 hours to meet her weight category limit. The dramatic effort paid off — she stepped into the ring and assured a medal for India.

Her feat has drawn attention to the gruelling physical demands athletes face behind the scenes. Coaches confirmed she was closely monitored by medical staff during the weight cut. The boxer herself did not comment on the process, but her result speaks volumes.

Navneet-Dinesh Pair Beat Namibia in Lawn Bowls

In lawn bowls, the Indian pair of Navneet and Dinesh secured a solid win against Namibia. The duo controlled the match from the early ends, using precise delivery to build an unassailable lead.

Their victory adds to a promising campaign for India in the sport. Lawn bowls has traditionally been a strong suit for countries like Scotland and Australia, but the Indian team has shown steady improvement in Glasgow.

Sakshi's Journey: From Doubt to Medal

Another boxer who made headlines on Day 7 was Sakshi. Her path to a guaranteed medal was anything but smooth. She credited her father's unwavering belief and a message of support from cricketer Virat Kohli for turning her career around.

“My father never stopped believing, even when I wanted to quit. And hearing from Virat Kohli gave me a boost I can't explain,” Sakshi told reporters after her win. She now has her sights set on upgrading her bronze to a gold.

Indian Boxers Deliver Flawless Day

Overall, Indian boxers won five of their five bouts on Wednesday. The clean sweep assures nine medals for the country from the ring so far. Officials at the Games village described it as a “historic day” for Indian boxing.

With more bouts scheduled in the coming days, the tally could rise further. Coaches have urged the athletes to stay focused and not get distracted by the record numbers.

All eyes now turn to the semifinals and finals. Indian boxers will look to convert their assured medals into golds when the action resumes in Glasgow.