Commonwealth Games: Jadumani wins high-octane India-Pakistan bout, Preeti one win away from medal
Indian boxers Jadumani Singh and Preeti Pawar advanced to the quarterfinals of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Jadumani dedicated his victory over Pakistan's Sumama Rehman to the heroes of the Kargil War.
Why it matters
International sporting events often serve as a backdrop for national pride and geopolitical sentiment, particularly in high-stakes India-Pakistan matchups.
Jadumani Singh outclassed Pakistan's Sumama Rehman in a high-voltage contest while Asian Games bronze medallist Preeti Pawar barely broke a sweat as the Indian duo marched into the quarterfinals of the Commonwealth Games boxing competition in Glasgow on Sunday (July 26, 2026).
Amid thunderous chants of " Bharat Mata ki Jai " and "India, India" ringing around the SEC centre, the atmosphere crackled with emotion long before the opening bell of Jadumani's bout.
The Army boxer responded in style, registering a unanimous 5-0 victory through superior technique, speed and ringcraft.
Jadumani, who had dedicated his victory to the heroes of the Kargil War on Kargil Vijay Diwas, reiterated his ambition after another commanding performance.
"I want to dedicate this win to Kargil heroes. I want to defeat everyone and get gold for India," he said.
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