CWG 2026: Ankush, Sachin storm into boxing quarterfinals in Glasgow
Synopsis
Two Indian boxers, Ankush and Sachin, are now one win away from Commonwealth Games medals after dominant quarterfinal-entry performances in Glasgow. Ankush's perfect 5-0 scorecard and Sachin's composed split-decision win over a home favourite signal that India's boxing campaign is hitting its stride at the right moment.
Key Takeaways
Ankush beat Zalaan of Antigua and Barbuda 5-0 to reach the men's 80kg quarterfinals at CWG 2026 on 27 July .
All five judges awarded Ankush perfect scores across all three rounds.
Sachin defeated England's William Hewitt 4-1 on a split decision to advance in the men's 60kg draw.
Sachin overcame a one-point deduction mid-bout, with four of five judges scoring 29-27 in his favour.
Both boxers are now one win away from a guaranteed medal at Glasgow 2026 .
India's Ankush and Sachin both advanced to the boxing quarterfinals at Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow on Monday, 27 July, keeping India's medal hopes firmly alive in two weight categories. Ankush secured a flawless unanimous win in the men's 80kg event, while Sachin edged past a fancied home favourite in the men's 60kg draw.
Ankush's Dominant 5-0 Demolition
Ankush, a silver medallist at the 2025 World Boxing Cup Finals, delivered a commanding round-of-16 performance against Zalaan of Antigua and Barbuda, winning 5-0 on points. All five judges awarded him the bout, with each scoring the encounter 10 points in his favour across all three rounds — a near-perfect scorecard that underlined his total control of the contest.
With the quarterfinal berth secured, Ankush now stands one win away from a guaranteed Commonwealth Games medal. His next opponent is yet to be confirmed.
Sachin Beats England Favourite on Split Decision
Sachin produced an equally impressive display in the men's 60kg round of 16, defeating William Hewitt of England by a 4-1 split decision. Judges from Kazakhstan, Canada, Mexico and Morocco scored the bout 29-27 in Sachin's favour, while the judge from Turkey gave the same margin to Hewitt.
Sachin's performance was defined by sharp combination punching, tactical composure and relentless pace-setting. Notably, he absorbed a one-point deduction during the contest without it affecting the outcome, a testament to the margin he had built through clean, accurate striking. Beating a home favourite in front of a partisan crowd makes the win all the more significant.
India's Boxing Campaign Gathers Momentum
With both fighters now in the last eight, India's boxing contingent at Glasgow 2026 is building on what has been a promising campaign. Both Ankush and Sachin are one victory away from the podium, meaning India is guaranteed to add to its medal tally in boxing if either advances.
This comes amid growing expectations from India's combat sports athletes at the Games, with the boxing squad in particular under pressure to deliver after a mixed run at recent international tournaments. The quarterfinal results will be closely watched as the campaign enters its decisive phase.
What's Next
Quarterfinal pairings for both Ankush in the 80kg and Sachin in the 60kg categories are yet to be finalised. A win for either boxer will confirm a medal — at minimum bronze — for India at Commonwealth Games 2026.
Point of View
Making these quarterfinal entries more meaningful than they might appear on paper. Sachin's win over a home-nation favourite — with a point deduction in the mix — shows tactical maturity that India's boxing pipeline has sometimes lacked. The real question is whether the coaching staff has prepared both fighters for the sharper opposition that awaits in the last eight. A double-medal haul from these two weight categories would be a genuine statement for Indian boxing heading into the Olympic qualification cycle.
NationPress
27 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are Ankush and Sachin at CWG 2026 boxing?
Ankush and Sachin are Indian boxers competing at Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. Ankush is in the men's 80kg category and holds a silver medal from the 2025 World Boxing Cup Finals, while Sachin competes in the men's 60kg event.
How did Ankush qualify for the CWG 2026 boxing quarterfinals?
Ankush defeated Zalaan of Antigua and Barbuda 5-0 on points in the round of 16 on 27 July, with all five judges awarding him perfect scores across all three rounds. He is now one win away from a guaranteed medal.
How did Sachin beat England's William Hewitt?
Sachin won by a 4-1 split decision, with judges from Kazakhstan, Canada, Mexico and Morocco scoring the bout 29-27 in his favour. He delivered sharp combinations and controlled the pace despite conceding a one-point deduction during the contest.
What happens if Ankush or Sachin wins their quarterfinal?
A quarterfinal victory for either boxer guarantees at least a bronze medal at Commonwealth Games 2026, as losing semifinalists receive bronze medals in boxing.
How is India performing in boxing at Glasgow 2026?
India's boxing campaign at Glasgow 2026 has been promising, with both Ankush and Sachin advancing to the quarterfinals. Both are now one win away from the podium, making India a strong contender for multiple boxing medals at these Games.
