Perfect start! Boxers Preeti Pawar, Ankush Panghal storm into CWG 2026 finals

Preeti Pawar defeated Zambia's Catherine Mwape by unanimous decision to reach the women's 54kg final at CWG 2026.

Ankush Panghal outclassed Canada's Joshua Ofori by unanimous decision in the men's 80kg semifinal to reach the final.

India secured at least two silver medals in boxing with these wins, with more semifinals still to come.

Ankush Panghal's win included a point deduction for Ofori due to a blow to the back of the head.

Preeti Pawar dominated her bout, forcing standing counts in the first two rounds and winning with 10-8 scores from three judges.