India has opened its medal account at the Commonwealth Games 2026 with Olympic bronze medalist Lovlina Borgohain assuring the country’s first podium finish. The top-seeded boxer advanced directly to the women’s 75kg boxing semifinals, guaranteeing at least a bronze medal under Commonwealth Games rules. With her sights now set on gold, Lovlina has provided Team India with the perfect start to its Glasgow campaign while boosting the confidence of the entire Indian contingent.