India’s campaign at the Commonwealth Games 2026 continues with a busy day of competition on Friday, July 24, featuring several medal opportunities across para powerlifting, gymnastics, swimming, lawn bowls, and boxing.
With India’s reputation as one of the strongest Commonwealth nations, fans will be hoping for another successful day in Glasgow as several top athletes begin or continue their campaigns.
India Eyes Medals in Para Powerlifting
India’s biggest medal hopes on Day 2 come in para powerlifting, where multiple athletes will compete across lightweight and heavyweight categories.
The Indian contingent includes:
- Ashok Kumar Malik
- Parmjeet Kumar
- Jaspreet Kaur
- Suman Devi
- Kasthuri Rajamani
- Jhandu Kumar
- Sudhir
Several of these events are medal rounds, giving India multiple chances to add to its tally.
Lawn Bowls Team Looks to Continue Winning Start
The women’s pairs team of Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki will aim to build on their opening victory when they face South Africa in the second sectional round.
Meanwhile, Putul Sonowal, who stunned a former world champion in his opening match, returns for another important men’s singles contest against Cecil Alexander of the Falkland Islands.
Gymnastics Campaign Begins
India’s men’s gymnastics squad will begin competition with:
- Tapeshwarnath Das
- Swathish KP
- Tapan Mohanty
- Yogeshwar Singh
Apart from the qualification rounds, the team will also battle for a place on the podium in the men’s team final later in the evening.
Swimming Action Gets Underway
Indian swimmers will also enter the pool on Friday.
Olympian Srihari Nataraj will compete in the 50m backstroke heats, aiming to secure a semifinal berth.
Para swimmer RVVBK Budigina will participate in the 100m Freestyle S13 heats, with a place in the final up for grabs.
Boxing Begins for India
India’s boxing campaign starts with Jadumani Singh, who will face Scotland’s Aaron Cullen in the men’s 55kg Round of 32.
A victory would move the Indian boxer one step closer to the medal rounds.
India’s Full Schedule – Commonwealth Games 2026 (July 24 | IST)
| Time (IST) | Event |
|---|---|
| 2:30 PM | Gymnastics – Tapeshwarnath Das, Swathish KP, Tapan Mohanty & Yogeshwar Singh (Men’s Team & Individual Qualification) |
| 3:40 PM | Para Swimming – RVVBK Budigina (Men’s 100m Freestyle S13 Heats) |
| 3:56 PM | Swimming – Srihari Nataraj (Men’s 50m Backstroke Heats) |
| 5:40 PM | 🥇 Para Powerlifting – Ashok Kumar Malik & Parmjeet Kumar (Men’s Lightweight Medal Event) |
| 7:24 PM | 🥇 Para Powerlifting – Jaspreet Kaur & Suman Devi (Women’s Lightweight Medal Event) |
| 7:30 PM | Lawn Bowls – Rupa Rani Tirkey & Pinki vs South Africa (Women’s Pairs) |
| 10:00 PM | 🥇 Gymnastics – Men’s Team Final |
| 10:30 PM | Lawn Bowls – Putul Sonowal vs Cecil Alexander |
| 10:40 PM | Para Powerlifting – Kasthuri Rajamani (Women’s Heavyweight) |
| 11:00 PM | Boxing – Jadumani Singh vs Aaron Cullen (Men’s 55kg Round of 32) |
| 12:29 AM (July 25) | 🥇 Para Powerlifting – Jhandu Kumar & Sudhir (Men’s Heavyweight Medal Event) |
India’s Commonwealth Games Record
India is participating in its 19th Commonwealth Games.
Some notable achievements include:
- Finished inside the Top 5 of the medal table in every edition since 2002.
- Won 50 or more medals in each of the previous six Commonwealth Games.
- Continues to be among the strongest sporting nations in the Commonwealth.
Key Highlights
- India has multiple medal opportunities in para powerlifting.
- Srihari Nataraj begins his swimming campaign.
- India’s gymnastics team opens its competition.
- Lawn bowls teams continue their impressive start.
- Boxing campaign begins with Jadumani Singh.
- Several finals and medal events are scheduled throughout the day.
FAQs
1. What is India’s schedule at the Commonwealth Games on July 24?
India will compete in gymnastics, swimming, para swimming, para powerlifting, lawn bowls, and boxing.
2. Which events offer medal chances for India today?
Para powerlifting and the men’s gymnastics team final are among the biggest medal opportunities.
3. When will Srihari Nataraj compete?
Srihari Nataraj will participate in the men’s 50m backstroke heats at 3:56 PM IST.
4. Which Indian athletes are competing in para powerlifting?
Ashok Kumar Malik, Parmjeet Kumar, Jaspreet Kaur, Suman Devi, Kasthuri Rajamani, Jhandu Kumar, and Sudhir.
5. Who is representing India in boxing?
Jadumani Singh will compete in the men’s 55kg Round of 32.
6. Who are India’s lawn bowls players competing today?
Rupa Rani Tirkey, Pinki, and Putul Sonowal.
7. When is India’s gymnastics team final?
The men’s team final begins at 10:00 PM IST.
8. How many Commonwealth Games has India participated in?
The 2026 edition marks India’s 19th appearance at the Commonwealth Games.
9. Has India consistently performed well at the Commonwealth Games?
Yes. India has finished in the top five of the medal standings at every edition since 2002.
10. Where are the Commonwealth Games 2026 being held?
The Games are being hosted in Glasgow, Scotland.
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