Sakshi Chaudhary Gold Medal in CWG 2026: The impressive performance of Indian women boxers continues in the Commonwealth Games 2026. Sakshi Chaudhary won the gold medal by defeating England’s Ruby White in the final of the women’s 51 kg category. This was her first match in the Commonwealth Games and she made her debut a golden one. With this victory, Sakshi proved her talent by adding another gold to India’s medal tally.
This is how the journey to gold was decided
Sakshi Chaudhary’s performance was very impressive throughout the tournament.
- Round of 16: Defeated Lethabo Modukanyele of Botswana.
- Quarter-finals: Defeated Caitlin Fryers of Northern Ireland.
- Semi-final: Defeated Amber-Jane Wall of Canada.
- Final: Defeated Ruby White of England to win gold.
A major decision was taken in the 54 to 51 kg category.
Sakshi previously competed in the 54 kg category, but decided to move up to the 51 kg category due to improved performance and competition. Before qualifying for the Commonwealth Games, she defeated top-ranked boxers like two-time champion Nikhat Zareen and world and Asian champion Meenakshi Hooda at the national trials.
Childhood mischief led to boxing
Born on September 9, 2000, in Dhanana village, Bhiwani district, Haryana, Sakshi was quite mischievous as a child. She often got into fights. To address this issue, her father decided to train her in boxing. She trained at the Bhiwani Boxing Club under the guidance of legendary coach Jagdish Singh, who has nurtured many Indian boxing stars.
Havildar in the Indian Army
Sakshi Chaudhary serves as a Havildar in the Indian Army. Her brother is also an officer in the Indian Army. Her family’s deep connection to both the military and sports has provided a strong foundation for her career.
Major achievements of Sakshi Chaudhary
- AIBA World Junior Championships 2015 – Gold Medal
- World Youth Championship 2017 (Guwahati) – Gold Medal
- World Youth Championship 2018 (Hungary) – Gold Medal
- Asian Boxing Championship 2021 – Bronze Medal
- World Boxing Cup 2025 (Astana) – Gold Medal (54 kg)
- First Indian woman boxer to win gold in World Boxing Cup
- 8-time national champion
- Commonwealth Games 2026 – Gold Medal
This success of Sakshi Chaudhary is not only a big achievement for Indian boxing, but it also shows that with the right guidance, discipline and hard work, any talent can be taken to the world stage.