India Commonwealth Games 2026 performance will go down as one of the nation’s most efficient international sporting campaigns in recent memory. Competing in a streamlined tournament, the Indian contingent put on a masterclass in determination and grit at Glasgow, finishing in 4th place overall in the medal standings.
With a tight squad of just 122 athletes sent to Scotland for the scaled-back event, India delivered dynamic performances across ring, field, and track events. By the time the dust settled, the nation had amassed a grand tally of 39 medals—13 gold, 17 silver, and 9 bronze.
Let’s take a closer look at how the action unfolded, the standout performers who made the country proud, and how India managed to hold off stiff opposition to secure a top-four finish.
The Glasgow 2026 Final Standings
India’s primary objective heading into the final stages was holding onto their position near the top of the leaderboard against a pushing host team. Scotland put up a heavy challenge right behind, but India’s steady influx of podium finishes on crucial final days created enough distance to seal fourth place comfortably.
| Rank | Nation | Gold 🥇 | Silver 🥈 | Bronze 🥉 | Total Medals |
| 1 | Australia | 61 | 37 | 50 | 148 |
| 2 | England | 24 | 39 | 34 | 97 |
| 3 | Canada | 18 | 18 | 21 | 57 |
| 4 | India | 13 | 17 | 9 | 39 |
| 5 | Scotland | 11 | 8 | 17 | 36 |
| 6 | Nigeria | 10 | 6 | 5 | 21 |
Key Highlights: How the Campaign Unfolded
The final weekend proved to be an absolute whirlwind of podium finishes across multiple disciplines. Indian pugilists led the charge, while track-and-field stars and para-athletes added vital silverware to the tally.
1. Boxing Domination in the Ring
Boxing emerged as the undisputed crown jewel of India’s campaign in Glasgow. On a tense penultimate day of competition, India entered with a staggering ten boxing finals scheduled, setting up a late medal rush.
Preeti Pawar opened the floodgates with an authoritative performance to clinch gold in the women’s 54kg division.
Jaismine Lamboria matched the intensity, outboxing her opponent to grab gold in the women’s 57kg category.
Jadumani Singh Mandengbam fought courageously in the men’s 55kg final, bringing home a well-earned silver medal.
Olympic star Lovlina Borgohain (women’s 75kg) along with Sachin Siwach (men’s 60kg), Priya Ghanghas (women’s 60kg), Sakshi Chaudhary (women’s 51kg), Arundhati Choudhary (women’s 70kg), Ankush Panghal (men’s 80kg), and heavy-hitter Narender Berwal (men’s +90kg) all brought intense competitive fire to their respective final bouts.
2. Field and Para-Athletics Triumphs
It wasn’t just the combat sports keeping fans on the edge of their seats. India’s track and field athletes stepped up in crucial medal matches:
Double Podium in Triple Jump: Praveen Chithravel and Selva Prabhu Thirumaran pulled off a stunning double-podium finish in the men’s triple jump, snatching silver and bronze respectively.
Shot Put Supremacy: In para-athletics, Soman Rana put on a stellar display to bag gold in the Men’s Shot Put F57 event, closely accompanied on the podium by fellow countryman Shubham Juyal, who took home the silver.
Distance runners and relay teams, including Gulveer Singh (men’s 5000m) and the mixed 4x400m relay contingent, pushed their limits on the track against top-tier Commonwealth opposition.
3. Judo and Lawn Bowls Grind
Judokas Unnati Sharma (women’s 63kg) and Harsh Tokas (men’s 81kg) stayed right in the thick of the medal rounds after grueling matches through the repechage and knockout brackets. Over on the lawn bowls greens, veteran competitors Navneet Singh and Dinesh Kumar continued India’s steady presence in international bowls competitions during their sectional matchups against England.
Efficiency over Numbers: A Streamlined Victory
What makes this performance stand out compared to previous editions is the sheer efficiency of the squad. Glasgow 2026 featured a pared-down sporting slate, meaning several traditional strength sports were absent or scaled back. Despite sending a compact contingent of just 122 athletes, India converted a remarkably high percentage of entries directly into podium positions.
Every athlete sent to Scotland fought through high-pressure scenarios, ensuring that despite fewer event opportunities, the national anthem echoed regularly through Glasgow venues.
Where to Catch Matches and Highlights
For fans looking to catch up on match replays, podium ceremonies, or full match broadcasts:
Television Broadcast: Sony Sports Network channels.
Online Live Stream & On-Demand: Sony LIV app and web portal.