Murali Sreeshankar: India’s CWG 2026 medal tally rises as the long jumper secured his second consecutive silver in the men’s long jump, adding to a successful day for the country at the Commonwealth Games 2026. Alongside Murali Sreeshankar’s achievement, para athlete Dilip Mahadu Gavit won gold with a Games record, and Indian boxers reached the semifinals, guaranteeing 10 medals. The three medals on Wednesday raised India’s total to 15, including three gold, nine silver, and three bronze, leaving the nation eighth on the medal table.
Australia leads comfortably with 103 medals, including 47 gold. Canada is second with 39 medals, while England holds the highest overall count at 56 medals but fewer golds. Hosts Scotland are fourth with 23 medals, followed by Nigeria with 14, South Africa with 22, and Malaysia with 11. With Murali Sreeshankar’s silver, India remains eighth ahead of New Zealand with 14 medals and Jamaica with four.
India’s three golds come from Dilip Mahadu Gavit in the men’s 100m T47, Mirabai Chanu in women’s 48kg weightlifting, and Sharmila Dhankar in women’s shot put F57. Murali Sreeshankar’s consistent performance highlights India’s growing strength in athletics, contributing significantly to the overall medal count. The boxers’ assured medals further boost the tally.
In summary, Murali Sreeshankar’s silver underscores India’s steady progress at the Games. With three more golds and a strong showing in multiple sports, the nation looks set to build on its position, as the CWG 2026 medal tally rises further with upcoming events.