Lovlina Borgohain wins Commonwealth Games 2026 silver in Glasgow, becoming only the third Indian boxer after Mary Kom and Vijender Singh to win medals at every major international tournament. The Assamese star further strengthens India’s boxing legacy with another remarkable achievement.
Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain etched her name deeper into Indian boxing history by winning the silver medal in the women’s 75kg category at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. With this remarkable achievement, the Assamese boxer has become only the third Indian boxer after Mary Kom and Vijender Singh to secure medals across every major international boxing tournament, reaffirming her place among India’s finest sporting icons.
Lovlina’s impressive campaign came to an end in the gold medal bout after she suffered a narrow 4-1 split-decision defeat to Australia’s Emma-Sue Greentree. Despite the loss, the silver medal marked a historic milestone in her illustrious career and ended her long wait for a Commonwealth Games medal.
This was Lovlina’s third appearance at the Commonwealth Games. After missing out on the podium in her previous editions, she finally achieved the feat in Glasgow by delivering a composed and determined performance throughout the competition.
The Indian boxer received a direct bye into the semifinals and made the most of the opportunity by winning her first bout in Glasgow to secure a place in the final. She entered the championship clash with confidence and displayed her trademark technical brilliance against Greentree.
The final proved to be an intense and closely fought contest. Lovlina landed several clean punches and maintained her composure throughout the bout. However, Australia’s Emma-Sue Greentree impressed the judges with her aggressive attacking style, effective ring control, and consistent pressure.
According to the official judges’ scorecards, Greentree claimed the gold medal through a 4-1 split decision after edging several closely contested rounds. While Lovlina remained competitive until the final bell, the majority of judges favoured the Australian’s tactical superiority.
Although she narrowly missed the gold medal, Lovlina’s silver represents another significant chapter in an already decorated international career. The medal further expands her impressive list of achievements, which includes an Olympic bronze medal, a silver medal at the Asian Games, a World Championship gold, two World Championship bronze medals, and multiple successes across both the 69kg and 75kg weight categories.
The Glasgow silver also places Lovlina in an exclusive group of Indian boxing legends. Only six-time world champion Mary Kom and Olympic bronze medallist Vijender Singh had previously achieved the distinction of winning medals at every major international boxing competition. Lovlina now proudly joins this elite club, highlighting her remarkable consistency over the years.
Her success is another proud moment for Assam, a state that has consistently produced exceptional sporting talent. Lovlina has emerged as one of India’s most dependable boxers, regularly delivering medals at the highest level despite facing world-class competition.
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India’s boxing contingent has once again demonstrated its strength on the international stage, with Lovlina’s silver contributing another valuable medal to the country’s tally at the Commonwealth Games 2026. Her experience, resilience, and ability to perform under pressure continue to inspire the next generation of Indian boxers.
Though the coveted gold medal remained just out of reach, Lovlina Borgohain’s silver medal will be remembered as a historic achievement. Her journey in Glasgow reinforces her legacy as one of India’s greatest boxers and further strengthens the nation’s reputation as a global boxing powerhouse.
