India's Busy Schedule at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow

As the Commonwealth Games 2026 unfold in Glasgow, India is set for a thrilling Sunday filled with competitions in weightlifting, boxing, swimming, and gymnastics. With gold medal hopeful Mirabai Chanu making her debut, the day promises excitement as Indian athletes aim for victory across various events. Stay tuned for updates on their performances and medal prospects.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 26, 2026, 01:18 IST

India's Action-Packed Sunday at Commonwealth Games

Glasgow, Scotland - July 26: The Commonwealth Games 2026 is currently taking place in Glasgow, and India is gearing up for a hectic Sunday as the nation’s weightlifting events kick off, alongside ongoing competitions in boxing, swimming, and artistic gymnastics, as reported by ESPN.

This Sunday is particularly significant for India, with gold medal contender Mirabai Chanu making her debut in weightlifting.

Rishikanta Singh and M Raja are also set to compete in their respective weight categories. In boxing, Preeti Pawar and Aditya Pratap Yadav will start their matches, while Jadumani Singh faces a Pakistani opponent in the second round of the men's 55kg category, according to ESPN.

As of now, India has secured one medal from the first two days of the Games, with Jhandu Singh earning a bronze in the men's heavyweight para powerlifting event.

The bowls competition continues, with Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh aiming for their fourth consecutive win in the women's pairs event. Putul Sonowal will also compete in the men's singles.

Indian gymnasts are set to return for the individual all-around finals, featuring Yogeshwar Singh and Tapan Mohanty in the men's event.

Here’s the schedule for India on July 26, Sunday, according to ESPN:

Bowls: Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh vs Namibia - Women’s Pairs Sectional Play

Weightlifting: Rishikanta Singh - Men’s 60kg Final (Medal Event)

Artistic Gymnastics: Yogeshwar Singh and Tapan Mohanty - Men’s All-Around Final (Medal Event)

Swimming: Srihari Nataraj, Aryan Nehra, Aneesh Gowda, and Dhakshan Shashikumar - Men’s 4x200m Freestyle Relay Heats

Weightlifting: Mirabai Chanu - Women’s 49kg Final (Medal Event)

Bowls: Putul Sonowal vs Malta’s Shaun James Parnis - Men’s Singles Sectional Play

Artistic Gymnastics: Women’s All-Around Final (Medal Event) - Indian participation TBC

Boxing: Preeti Pawar vs Malawi’s Deborah Mtenje - Women’s 54kg Round of 16

Weightlifting: M Raja - Men’s 65kg Final (Medal Event)

Boxing: Jadumani Singh vs Pakistan’s Sumama Rehman - Men’s 55kg Round of 16

Boxing: Aditya Pratap Yadav vs Uganda’s Nuhu Batte - Men’s 65kg Round of 16

Swimming: Srihari Nataraj, Aryan Nehra, Aneesh Gowda, and Dhakshan Shashikumar - Men’s 4x200m Freestyle Relay Final (Medal Event, if they qualify from heats).