Indian Athletes Gear Up for Day 3 at Commonwealth Games 2026

As the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2026 progress into its third day, the Indian team is eager to enhance their medal count. With two medals already secured—Jhandu Kumar clinching a bronze in para powerlifting and Lovlina Borgohai advancing to the semi-finals in boxing, ensuring at least a bronze—India is poised for further success. On this day, athletes from India will participate in various events including lawn bowls, boxing, swimming, artistic gymnastics, and 3x3 wheelchair basketball, showcasing their skills and determination on the international stage.

The swimming events will feature Indian competitors Dhakshan Shashikumar and Aryan Nehra, both of whom are set to compete in the men's 400m freestyle heats. Their goal is to qualify for the finals, which are scheduled to take place later in the evening. Boxing remains a stronghold for India, and Sachin is ready to face off against Canada's Keoma Al-Ahmadieh in the men's 60kg Round of 32, aiming to uphold the proud tradition of Indian boxing. Additionally, the women's 3x3 wheelchair basketball team, consisting of Minakshi, Reena, Laxmi, and Ritu, will engage in a group-stage match against Wales, while the women's artistic gymnastics team, featuring Pranati Nayak, Nishka Agarwal, Protishta Samanta, and Eshitaa Rewale, will compete in their final event.