Manipur’s Jadumani Singh Reaches Commonwealth Games 2026 Boxing Final, One Win Away from Gold
Imphal, August 1: Manipur’s rising boxing star Mandengbam Jadumani Singh has secured a place in the men’s 55kg final at the Commonwealth Games 2026, moving one step closer to winning a prestigious gold medal for India. The talented boxer booked his spot in the title clash after defeating Namibia’s Philip Pumulo Mutakela Haoseb in the semifinal.
Jadumani displayed impressive skill, determination, and tactical discipline throughout the bout, outclassing his Namibian opponent to advance to the championship match. With the victory, he has guaranteed India at least a silver medal and will now fight for the top podium finish.
Speaking after the semifinal, Jadumani said his only objective at the Commonwealth Games was to bring home the gold medal for the nation.
“The opponent was very strong today, and I had prepared my strategy accordingly. I came here to win the gold medal. I will dedicate it to the entire country and my coach,” Jadumani said after the match.
His remarkable achievement has sparked celebrations across Manipur, with family members, friends, and sports enthusiasts expressing pride in his outstanding performance on the international stage.
Jadumani’s elder brother, Robinson Mandengbam, said the family had complete faith in his abilities and was delighted to see him qualify for the final.
“We are extremely happy that he has reached the final. We always believed he would win and make it to the title clash,” Robinson said.
The boxer from Manipur will now enter the final carrying the hopes of millions of Indians and the expectations of his home state, which has consistently produced some of the country’s finest boxing talents.
A victory in the final would add another glorious chapter to India’s boxing achievements at the Commonwealth Games while further strengthening Manipur’s reputation as one of India’s leading sporting powerhouses.
All eyes will now be on Jadumani Singh as he steps into the ring for the men’s 55kg gold medal bout, aiming to bring Commonwealth Games glory to India.
