Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 3: Full List Of India’s Events And Fixtures On July 25

Although there are only a handful of medal chances today, many Indian competitors will be diving into qualification rounds that could set the tone for the rest of the Games. With the energy starting to build, every single result will count as India aims to rise in the rankings.

While Saturday might be a bit quieter in terms of medals, there’s still hope if Indian athletes make it to the finals in artistic gymnastics and swimming later in the evening. India kicked off its medal tally on Friday with a bronze from Jhandu Kumar in the men’s heavyweight para powerlifting event. In lawn bowls, Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki are looking to keep their winning streak alive as they take on South Africa in the women’s pairs match.

India’s Schedule On July 25: Medal Events And Important Fixtures

India’s journey begins with an exciting women’s pairs lawn bowls match featuring Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki. Following that, boxer Sachin Siwach steps into the ring for his men’s 60kg Round of 32 bout against Canada’s Keoma Al-Ahmadieh. In the pool, Dhakshan Shashikumar and Aryan Nehra will be diving into the men’s 400m freestyle heats, while Chaitanya Vishwas Kulkarni takes on the men’s S14 200m freestyle para-swimming heats.

The women’s 3×3 wheelchair basketball team, made up of Reena Gupta, Irengbam Chanu, Minakshi Jadhav, and Laxmi Rayappa, will kick off their campaign against Wales. Later on, Putul Sonowal will compete in men’s singles lawn bowls, and then the women’s artistic gymnastics team will take the stage for the team final and individual qualification. The day could end with swimming finals if the Indian qualifiers advance.

Para Lifter Jhandu Kumar Wins India’s First Medal At CWG 2026

India’s first medal at the Glasgow Games was secured by para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar, who brought home a bronze in the men’s heavyweight category. The 29-year-old from Bihar made history for India after a series of near misses on the opening day.

His impressive performance not only earned him a spot on the podium but also placed India on the Commonwealth Games medal table, where the nation currently sits in ninth place with that single bronze. Meanwhile, boxer Lovlina Borgohain is also in line for a medal, having made it directly to the women’s 75kg semifinals, although it hasn’t been officially counted in the medal tally just yet.

India Eye Strong Performances on Day 3

India is all set to capitalize on their good beginning by delivering some great performances in different sports. Boxing star Sachin Siwach will be hoping to make a start in the games by winning, while swimmers Dhakshan Shashikumar and Aryan Nehra are hoping to qualify for the finals of the men’s 400m freestyle.

India’s women’s artistic gymnasts, who comprise of Pranati Nayak, Nishka Agarwal, Eshita Rewale, and Protistha Samanta, will be hoping to deliver an excellent performance in both team and individual qualifying rounds. Meanwhile, India’s women’s 3×3 wheelchair basketball team will be all set to make a great start in the Commonwealth Games when they face Wales.