CWG 2026: Jadumani Singh reaches 55kg semis, India seal third boxing medal
Synopsis
Three Indian boxers reached the semifinals in a single day at Glasgow 2026 — Jadumani Singh (55kg), Priya (60kg), and Preeti (54kg) — guaranteeing India at least three boxing medals. Jadumani's composed 5-0 win over Zambia's Mwengo was the day's final confirmation, capping a remarkable sweep that underlines the depth of India's boxing programme at these Games.
Key Takeaways
Mandengbam Jadumani Singh defeated Mwale Mwengo 5-0 on points to reach the men's 55kg semifinals at CWG 2026 in Glasgow .
Scorecards read 30-27 (three judges) and 29-28 (two judges) — all in Jadumani's favour.
Priya beat Scotland's Niamh Mitchell 4-1 to advance to the women's 60kg semifinals .
Preeti dominated Northern Ireland's Nicole Clyde 5-0 , with three knockdowns , to reach the women's 54kg semifinals .
Under CWG boxing rules, all three semifinalists have already secured at least a bronze medal for India.
Indian boxer Mandengbam Jadumani Singh booked a guaranteed bronze medal for India at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow on Tuesday, 28 July, after defeating Zambia's Mwale Mwengo via a unanimous 5-0 points decision in the men's 55kg quarterfinal at SEC Hall 5. The Manipur boxer became the third Indian pugilist to reach the semifinals on the day, joining Preeti and Priya, who had already secured their respective berths earlier.
Jadumani's Dominant Display
The scorecards left little room for debate. Three judges awarded Jadumani a 30-27 verdict, while the remaining two scored it 29-28 — all five in his favour. He controlled the contest from the first bell, deploying sharp combinations, precise footwork, and clean scoring punches to dictate the pace through the opening two rounds.
Although Mwengo showed some resistance in the final round, picking up points on two of the five scorecards, Jadumani's composure never wavered. His technically disciplined approach ensured the outcome was never genuinely in doubt.
What the Semifinal Berth Means
Under Commonwealth Games boxing rules, both losing semifinalists receive bronze medals. Jadumani's place in the last four, therefore, already adds to India's medal tally regardless of what follows. He will now face a significantly stiffer challenge in the semifinals as he bids to reach the gold-medal bout.
Priya and Preeti Also Through
Earlier on the same day, Priya advanced to the women's 60kg semifinals with a 4-1 split-decision win over Scotland's Niamh Mitchell. Competing before a partisan home crowd, Priya dropped the opening round on four of five scorecards but bounced back with dominant second and third rounds built on sharp combinations, counter-punching, and superior ring control. Four judges scored it 28-27 in her favour, with the fifth awarding a wider 29-26 margin.
Preeti, meanwhile, delivered perhaps the most comprehensive performance of the trio, registering a 5-0 unanimous decision over Northern Ireland's Nicole Clyde in the women's 54kg quarterfinal. Clyde suffered three knockdowns during the bout, and the scorecards — reading 30-25, 30-25, 30-26, 30-26 and 30-27 — underlined Preeti's complete dominance. The result follows her Round of 16 win, where the referee stopped the contest in the second round against Malawi's Mtenje.
India's Boxing Campaign in Glasgow
The trio's semifinal berths signal the depth and quality of India's boxing contingent at Glasgow 2026. With at least three medals now confirmed from the boxing programme alone, India's overall tally continues to grow. The semifinal draws will determine whether any of the three can convert bronze into silver or gold, but the podium places are already secured — a significant achievement for the country's pugilists on the international stage.
Point of View
Not just its marquee names. Jadumani's 5-0 win is the cleanest signal: this was a boxer in control, not one scraping through. The more interesting question is whether India's boxing programme can convert these guaranteed bronzes into silver and gold, which has historically been the harder step. If even one of the three reaches the final, Glasgow 2026 will mark a genuine benchmark for Indian boxing at the Commonwealth level.
NationPress
29 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Mandengbam Jadumani Singh?
Mandengbam Jadumani Singh is an Indian boxer from Manipur competing in the men's 55kg category at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. He reached the semifinals on 28 July after a unanimous 5-0 points victory over Zambia's Mwale Mwengo in the quarterfinals.
How did Jadumani Singh win his quarterfinal at CWG 2026?
Jadumani won via a unanimous 5-0 decision, with three judges scoring the bout 30-27 and two scoring it 29-28 in his favour. He controlled the first two rounds with sharp combinations and footwork, maintaining composure despite his opponent's stronger final round.
Why is a semifinal berth enough to guarantee a bronze medal at Commonwealth Games boxing?
Under Commonwealth Games boxing rules, both losing semifinalists receive bronze medals rather than competing in a third-place playoff. This means any boxer who reaches the last four is guaranteed a podium finish regardless of the semifinal result.
Which other Indian boxers reached the semifinals at CWG 2026 on 28 July?
Priya advanced to the women's 60kg semifinals with a 4-1 win over Scotland's Niamh Mitchell, and Preeti secured her place in the women's 54kg last four with a dominant 5-0 win over Northern Ireland's Nicole Clyde, who suffered three knockdowns.
How many boxing medals has India secured at Commonwealth Games 2026 so far?
As of 28 July, India has guaranteed at least three boxing medals at CWG 2026 in Glasgow — one each from Jadumani Singh (55kg), Priya (60kg), and Preeti (54kg) — all of whom have reached the semifinals.
