Lovlina Borgohain Advances to Final at 2026 Commonwealth Games

Lovlina Borgohain, the Olympic bronze medalist, has advanced to the final of the women's boxing event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. After a decisive victory in the semi-finals, she is set to compete against Australia's Emma-Sue Greentree. Lovlina expressed confidence in her training and preparation, aiming for gold. This achievement adds to her impressive career, which includes a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics and a gold at the 2023 World Championships. India's boxing team is also performing well, with several other boxers reaching the finals, promising a hopeful medal haul in Glasgow.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 1, 2026, 17:38 IST

Lovlina's Path to the Final

File image of Assam boxer Lovlina Borgohain (Photo: X)

Glasgow, Aug 1: Lovlina Borgohain, an Olympic bronze medalist, has secured her spot in the women's boxing final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after a commanding performance in the semi-finals. She will face Australia's Emma-Sue Greentree for the title.

After her victory, Lovlina reflected on the upcoming challenge, expressing her confidence in her training and preparation.

"I have qualified for the final against Australia and it will be tough. However, I am completely confident that I will be able to bag gold. The training has been good and we are following the instructions of our coaches," she stated.

The 28-year-old boxer from Assam achieved a decisive 5-0 unanimous win over Tuvalu's Tarona Khanum Badi Pasoni Taafaki in the semi-finals, ensuring at least a silver medal for India.

Having received a bye in the first round, Lovlina capitalized on her opportunity in the semi-finals, showcasing a composed and effective performance that brought her one step closer to Commonwealth Games gold.

This latest success adds to Lovlina's impressive career, which includes a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics and a gold medal at the 2023 World Championships held in New Delhi.

India's boxing team had a remarkable day, with several other boxers also advancing to the finals. Sakshi triumphed over Canada's Amber-Jane Wall with a unanimous 5-0 decision in the women's 51kg category, while Priya secured a 5-0 victory against England's L. Kings Wheatley in the women's 60kg semi-final.

In the men's division, Sachin continued India's strong performance by defeating Wales' O. Harris-Allan 5-0 to reach the final. Earlier, Arundhati delivered a standout performance by defeating 2022 Commonwealth Games gold medalist R. Eccles to secure her place in the final.

Additionally, Preeti (54kg), Ankush Phangal (80kg), Jaismine (57kg), and Jadumani Singh (55kg) also progressed to their respective finals, bringing the total number of Indian boxers competing for gold to nine across various weight categories.

With Lovlina leading the charge, India enters the boxing finals with high hopes for a significant medal haul and multiple gold finishes in Glasgow.

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With inputs from agencies