Perfect start! Boxers Preeti Pawar, Ankush Panghal storm into CWG finals
Indian boxers Preeti Pawar and Ankush Panghal have advanced to the finals of their respective weight classes at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Their victories guarantee at least two silver medals for India as the team continues its campaign.
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Success in international multi-sport events like the Commonwealth Games is a significant marker of national sporting progress and prestige.
NEW DELHI: India's boxing contingent made a dream start to a crucial semifinal day at the Commonwealth Games 2026, with Preeti Pawar and Ankush Panghal storming into their respective finals through commanding victories to keep the country's gold medal hopes alive in Glasgow on Friday.With the two emphatic wins, India has opened the day with a perfect 2-0 record in the boxing semifinals, while eight more Indian boxers are still scheduled to fight for places in their respective gold medal bouts.The victories also ensured at least two more silver medals for India, with both pugilists now one step away from Commonwealth Games gold.
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