CWG 2026: Boxer Jadumani Singh Dominates Pakistan’s Sumama Rehman, Dedicates Victory to Kargil War Heroes:

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  2026-07-27 10:42:00

In a thrilling display of skill and tactical supremacy, Indian boxer Jadumani Singh produced a masterclass performance to outclass Pakistan’s Sumama Rehman at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. Competing in the men’s 55kg Round of 16 bout on Sunday, July 26, Jadumani secured a unanimous 5-0 victory, storming into the quarterfinals.

The electric atmosphere at the SEC Centre resonated with passionate chants of “Hail Mother India” and “India, India”as spectators rallied behind the Indian pugilist throughout the three high-intensity rounds.

Dedicated to the Kargil Vijay Diwas Heroes

Coinciding with Kargil Vijay DiwasJadumani expressed deep gratitude to the Indian Armed Forces during his post-match interview, dedicating his dominant triumph to the nation’s martyrs.

“I want to dedicate this win to the Kargil heroes. My goal is to defeat everyone in front of me and bring home the gold medal for India,” said Jadumani Singh following his Round of 16 triumph.

With this emphatic win, Jadumani moves within striking distance of securing a podium finish for India. A victory in his upcoming quarterfinal clash against Mwengo Mwale of Zambia will guarantee at least a bronze medal in the men’s 55kg division.

Preeti Pawar Storms into Women’s 54kg Quarterfinals

Adding to India’s stellar boxing campaign in Glasgow, Asian Games bronze medallist Preeti Pawar delivered an equally commanding performance in the women’s 54kg category.

Preeti dominated Malawi’s Deborah Mtenje from the opening bell, sweeping all judges’ scorecards for a clean 5-0 victory. She now moves to the quarterfinal round, where she will lock horns with Nicole Clyde of Northern Ireland in pursuit of an assured Commonwealth medal.

What Lies Ahead for Team India Boxing?

Jadumani Singh (Men’s 55kg Quarterfinal): vs. Mwengo Mwale (Zambia)

Preeti Pawar (Women’s 54kg Quarterfinal): vs. Nicole Clyde (Northern Ireland)

Both pugilists enter the quarterfinals with supreme confidence, aiming to expand India’s overall medal tally at the Glasgow Games.