India’s boxing campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games received another major boost as Preeti Pawar clinched the women’s 54kg gold medal with a commanding victory over Scarlett Delgado in the final. The triumph earned India its sixth gold medal of the Games and further strengthened the country’s impressive performance in Glasgow.
Preeti entered the title bout with confidence after a dominant semifinal display and carried the same momentum into the final. She controlled the contest with swift footwork, precise punching and a disciplined defensive strategy, consistently staying ahead of Delgado throughout the bout. Her all-round performance impressed the judges, who awarded her the gold medal.
The victory marks another significant achievement in Preeti Pawar’s growing career and reinforces her reputation as one of India’s most promising boxers. Her success also reflects India’s strong showing in boxing at the Commonwealth Games, where several Indian pugilists have advanced to the finals and contributed to the nation’s medal haul. Preeti’s gold is expected to provide further momentum to the Indian contingent as it aims for a strong finish at the Games.