Indian Army CWG 2026: Medals, Athletes & Historic Wins

When the curtains fell on the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, India stood proud with a tally of 39 medals (13 Gold, 17 Silver, and 9 Bronze). Behind this success lay the disciplined, high-performance machinery of the Indian Army and its Mission Olympics Wing (MOW).

Operating through specialized hubs like the Army Sports Institute (ASI) in Pune and the Army Paralympic Node in Kirkee, military athletes contributed 15 total medals—including an astonishing 8 out of India’s 13 Gold medals. Below is an in-depth look at each soldier-athlete, their military rank, sporting background, and performance at CWG 2026.

🥊 Boxing

Havildar Sachin Siwach (60 kg – Gold)

Hailing from Haryana’s boxing heartland, Havildar Sachin Siwach has long been one of India’s premier amateur boxers. Trained under the rigorous regime of the Army Sports Institute, Siwach combined tactical discipline with rapid combination punching in Glasgow to dominate the men’s 60 kg lightweight division and capture the Gold medal.

Havildar Ankush Panghal (80 kg – Gold)

Showing classic military composure, 22-year-old Havildar Ankush Panghal produced one of the most remarkable comebacks of the Games. Trailing 5–0 after the opening round of the 80 kg final against England's Dimeji Shittu, Panghal adjusted his range and mounted a fierce comeback to claim a 4–1 split-decision Gold medal.

Naib Subedar Jaismine Lamboria (57 kg – Gold)

In 2022, Naib Subedar Jaismine Lamboria made history as one of the first female boxers inducted into the Indian Army via the Corps of Military Police. The reigning World Champion showcased her elite jab and reach in Glasgow, upgrading her 2022 Birmingham bronze to a CWG Gold medal with a 5–0 victory over Northern Ireland's Michaela Walsh.

Naib Subedar Preeti Pawar (54 kg – Gold)

A rising star in the bantamweight class, Naib Subedar Preeti Pawar overcame major surgery and injury setbacks in 2025 to return to world-class form. Supported by the Army's sports medicine infrastructure, she out-thought and out-punched her opposition in Glasgow to claim Gold in the women’s 54 kg division.

Havildar Sakshi Chaudhary (51 kg – Gold)

A two-time World Youth Champion, Havildar Sakshi Chaudhary has built her reputation on aggressive counter-punching and ring control. Representing the military with distinction, she powered through the flyweight division to secure Gold in the women's 51 kg category.

Havildar Arundhati Choudhary (70 kg – Gold)

Kota-born Havildar Arundhati Choudhary, a former Youth World Champion who rebounded from wrist surgery, brought relentless power to the ring. She swept through the 70 kg light-middleweight bracket, defeating England’s Chantelle Reid by unanimous decision in the final to seal Gold.

Havildar Jadhumani Singh (55 kg – Silver)

Emerging from Manipur's pipeline of combat sports talent, Havildar Jadhumani Singh brought explosive speed to the flyweight category. He fought through tough rounds to reach the final of the men's 55 kg event, earning a hard-fought Silver medal.

Subedar Narender Berwal (90+ kg – Silver)

Super-heavyweight veteran Subedar Narender Berwal provided veteran leadership to the squad. Fighting in the heaviest weight class, Berwal navigated a grueling draw against physically imposing opponents to secure a Silver medal for India.

Havildar Aditya (65 kg – Round of 32)

Competing in a highly competitive light-welterweight class, Havildar Aditya displayed technical skill and fighting spirit, narrowly exiting in the Round of 32 following a tight 3–2 split decision.

Havildar Sumit (70 kg – Pre-Quarterfinals)

A disciplined fighter from the Army Boxing Node, Havildar Sumit delivered a spirited campaign in the 70 kg division, reaching the pre-quarterfinals before falling short in a competitive 1–4 split decision.

Havildar Kapil (90 kg – Quarterfinals)

Known for his heavy hands and durability, Havildar Kapil powered through the early stages of the men's 90 kg heavyweight division before concluding his CWG campaign in the quarterfinals.

🏃 Athletics

Naib Subedar Sarvesh Kushare (High Jump – Silver)

Serving in the 101 Field Regiment, Naib Subedar Sarvesh Kushare trained on makeshift corn-husk landing pits as a youngster in Nashik before joining the Army. Having set a new national record of 2.31m earlier in 2026, Kushare cleared 2.25m in Glasgow to become the first Indian high jumper to win a CWG Silver medal.

Naib Subedar Gulveer Singh (10,000m Silver & 5,000m Bronze)

A soldier in The Grenadiers Regiment who initially began running to clear his Army recruitment physicals, Naib Subedar Gulveer Singh scripted history. He won Silver in the 10,000m (27:49.78) and Bronze in the 5,000m, becoming the first Indian track athlete ever to win two medals at a single Commonwealth Games.

Havildar Santosh Kumar Tamilarasan (400m Hurdles – 7th Place)

A consistent hurdle specialist from Tamil Nadu, Havildar Santosh Kumar Tamilarasan executed strong preliminary races to reach the Commonwealth Games 400m hurdles final, placing 7th overall.

Havildar Yashas Palaksha (400m Hurdles – 8th Place)

Demonstrating the depth of the Army’s track program, Havildar Yashas Palaksha delivered a disciplined tactical performance to join his teammate in the 400m hurdles final, finishing in 8th place.

🏋️ Weightlifting & 🥋 Judo

Havildar Valluri Ajaya Babu (79 kg Weightlifting – Silver)

Following in the footsteps of his father (a 2010 CWG bronze medalist), Havildar Valluri Ajaya Babu honed his lifting technique at ASI Pune. In Glasgow, he put on a remarkable display of strength in the 79 kg category to claim the Silver medal.

Havildar Harsh Singh (60 kg Judo – Gold)

Delhi’s 23-year-old judoka Havildar Harsh Singh etched his name in Indian sports history by becoming India’s first-ever male CWG Gold medalist in Judo. In the 60 kg final, Singh executed a decisive throw just 41 seconds before the final buzzer to defeat Australian Olympian Joshua Katz.

♿ Para-Athletics

Subedar Soman Rana (Seated Shot Put F57 – Gold)

After losing his right leg in a mine blast in 2006, Subedar Soman Rana rebuilt his athletic career through the Army Paralympic Node at BEG Kirkee. The two-time Paralympian delivered a powerful throw of 13.40m to win Gold in the men's F57 seated shot put.

Havildar Shubham Juyal (Seated Shot Put F57 – Silver)

Completing a historic 1–2 finish for India, Havildar Shubham Juyal delivered a personal-best effort right alongside his senior comrade to secure the Silver medal in the F57 seated shot put.

The Legacy of the Mission Olympics Wing

The Indian Army's performance at CWG 2026 underscores the immense value of military sports science, world-class coaching, and structured talent scouting. By transforming soldiers into world champions, the Mission Olympics Wing continues to serve as the backbone of India's Olympic and Commonwealth ambitions.

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