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Asian Games 2026: Here are Indian athletes aiming for podium glory

Updated On: 19 September, 2026 10:27 PM IST | Sujay Shivalkar

In the Asian Games 2026, Indian athletes will be aiming for podium glory. Here's all you need to know (Pics: File Pic)

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Murali Sreeshankar, Lovlina Borgohain, Mirabai Chanu (Pic: File Pic)
Murali Sreeshankar, Lovlina Borgohain, Mirabai Chanu (Pic: File Pic)
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Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu remains one of India's biggest medal prospects in weightlifting. The Manipuri lifter clinched gold in the women's 48kg category at Glasgow 2026, continuing her strong record at the Commonwealth Games. Chanu has been a consistent performer on the global stage, having won silver at the Tokyo Olympics and multiple medals at World Championships. Her experience and ability to deliver under pressure make her a strong contender in Aichi-Nagoya
Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu remains one of India's biggest medal prospects in weightlifting. The Manipuri lifter clinched gold in the women's 48kg category at Glasgow 2026, continuing her strong record at the Commonwealth Games. Chanu has been a consistent performer on the global stage, having won silver at the Tokyo Olympics and multiple medals at World Championships. Her experience and ability to deliver under pressure make her a strong contender in Aichi-Nagoya
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Long jumper Murali Sreeshankar added another major medal to his career by winning silver at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. He produced an effort of 8.09 metres in the final to finish behind Jamaica's Tajay Gayle. Sreeshankar, who has crossed the eight-metre mark consistently in international competitions, will look to challenge for a podium finish at the Asian Games
Long jumper Murali Sreeshankar added another major medal to his career by winning silver at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. He produced an effort of 8.09 metres in the final to finish behind Jamaica's Tajay Gayle. Sreeshankar, who has crossed the eight-metre mark consistently in international competitions, will look to challenge for a podium finish at the Asian Games
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Boxer Preeti Pawar emerged as one of India's brightest performers at Glasgow 2026 after winning gold in the women's 54kg category. Pawar, who has represented India at major international events, will aim to continue the country's strong boxing tradition at the Asian Games. The Indian boxing contingent enjoyed a successful CWG campaign, winning multiple medals across categories
Boxer Preeti Pawar emerged as one of India's brightest performers at Glasgow 2026 after winning gold in the women's 54kg category. Pawar, who has represented India at major international events, will aim to continue the country's strong boxing tradition at the Asian Games. The Indian boxing contingent enjoyed a successful CWG campaign, winning multiple medals across categories
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Tokyo Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain added another medal to her international career by winning silver in the women's 75kg boxing category at the Commonwealth Games. The Assam-born boxer has consistently featured among India's top performers in global competitions and will be looking to secure another major medal at the Asian Games
Tokyo Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain added another medal to her international career by winning silver in the women's 75kg boxing category at the Commonwealth Games. The Assam-born boxer has consistently featured among India's top performers in global competitions and will be looking to secure another major medal at the Asian Games
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Asmita Dey created history by winning gold in the women's 48kg judo category at Glasgow 2026. Her performance added momentum to India's growing presence in judo and she will aim to replicate her Commonwealth success at the Asian Games
Asmita Dey created history by winning gold in the women's 48kg judo category at Glasgow 2026. Her performance added momentum to India's growing presence in judo and she will aim to replicate her Commonwealth success at the Asian Games

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