Indian boxer Preeti Pawar won the women's 54kg gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Saturday [1, 2].
The victory marks a significant milestone for the Indian delegation, as it represents the first boxing gold medal for India at the 2026 Commonwealth Games [3].
Pawar, 22 [3], faced Canadian opponent Scarlett Savannah Delgado in the final on Day 10 of the competition [1, 2]. The bout ended in a 5-0 unanimous decision in favor of the Indian athlete [1].
According to the official scoring, all five judges scored the match 10-9 for Pawar [4]. This dominant performance ensured her place at the top of the podium in the 54kg category [1, 3].
The event took place in Glasgow, Scotland, where the games have seen a variety of results across multiple disciplines [1, 2]. Pawar's victory provides a critical boost to India's standing on the medal table as the competition progresses [2].
“Preeti Pawar won the women's 54kg gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow”
Pawar's gold medal establishes India as a primary contender in the boxing arena for the 2026 Games. By securing a unanimous decision against a Canadian opponent, the 22-year-old not only earns a personal title but also breaks the gold-medal drought for India's boxing squad in this specific edition of the Commonwealth Games.
