India’s Boxing Campaign Gets Boost as Sakshi Chaudhary Reaches CWG Semifinals

India’s Sakshi Chaudhary continued the country’s impressive run at the Commonwealth Games 2026 by advancing to the women’s 51kg boxing semifinals, assuring India of at least a bronze medal. The young boxer delivered a dominant performance against Northern Ireland’s Caitlyn Fryers, winning by a unanimous 5-0 decision in their quarterfinal bout held in Glasgow on Wednesday.

Sakshi looked in complete control from the opening bell, showcasing excellent technique, sharp movement, and tactical awareness. She used her height and reach advantage effectively, landing crisp straight punches while maintaining a safe distance from her opponent. Her quick footwork and disciplined defence prevented Fryers from finding any sustained rhythm, allowing the Indian boxer to dictate the pace of the contest throughout all three rounds.

The opening round set the tone for the bout, with Sakshi impressing all five judges through accurate punching and clean combinations to secure a unanimous lead. She maintained her momentum in the second round by mixing aggressive attacks with calculated movement around the ring. Fryers attempted to close the distance and force exchanges, but Sakshi responded with precise counters and smart ring craft, extending her advantage on the scorecards.

In the final round, Sakshi remained composed and avoided unnecessary risks. She continued to land effective punches while controlling the tempo, ensuring there was no opportunity for her opponent to stage a comeback. Her consistent dominance across all three rounds earned her a convincing 5-0 verdict from the judges.

With the victory, Sakshi has booked her place in the semifinals and guaranteed India another boxing medal at the Commonwealth Games, as both losing semifinalists receive bronze medals. The result further strengthens India’s medal prospects in the boxing competition, which has once again emerged as one of the country’s strongest disciplines at the Games. Sakshi will now aim to carry her impressive form into the semifinals as she targets a place in the gold medal bout and a chance to add a higher-value medal to India’s tally.

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