The 23rd Commonwealth Games are being held in Glasgow, Scotland, from 23 July to 2 August 2026, featuring athletes from 74 Commonwealth Games Associations (CGAs) competing across 215 medal events in 10 sports. Even before the competition gained momentum, India secured its first medal thanks to boxer Lovlina Borgohain, who advanced directly to the women’s 75kg boxing semifinals.
Australia has once again emerged as the early leader in the medal standings, continuing the dominance it displayed at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games.
Commonwealth Games 2026 Medal Tally (Latest)
| Rank | Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 13 | 5 | 8 | 26 |
| 2 | Nigeria | 6 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
| 3 | Scotland | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 4 | England | 8 | 3 | 4 | 15 |
| =5 | Canada | 3 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| =5 | South Africa | 3 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| 7 | New Zealand | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| 8 | Wales | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| =9 | India | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| =9 | Malaysia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Commonwealth Games 2026: Overview
The 23rd Commonwealth Games are taking place in Glasgow, Scotland, from 23 July to 2 August 2026. Around 74 Commonwealth Games Associations are participating, making it one of the biggest sporting events among Commonwealth nations.
A total of 215 medal events are being contested across 10 sports, including several Para sport disciplines.
Sports Featured at Commonwealth Games 2026
Para Sports
- 3×3 Basketball
- Athletics
- Bowls
- Cycling
- Swimming
- Weightlifting
Other Sports
- Artistic Gymnastics
- Boxing
- Judo
- Netball
Australia Continues Its Dominance
Australia entered the Glasgow Games as the defending champions after finishing at the top of the medal table in the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games with:
- 179 Total Medals
- 67 Gold Medals
The country has continued its impressive performance in Glasgow and is once again leading the medal standings.
England, Canada, India, and New Zealand are also expected to remain among the strongest medal contenders throughout the Games.
India Opens Medal Account Before the Main Competition
India achieved a unique milestone by winning its first medal even before the official medal events fully commenced.
Lovlina Borgohain Assured of a Medal
Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain received a bye in the women’s 75kg boxing quarterfinal, automatically advancing to the semifinal.
Since both losing semifinalists receive bronze medals in Commonwealth Games boxing, Lovlina is guaranteed at least a bronze medal.
The women’s 75kg category features only five boxers, with three athletes receiving direct semifinal berths:
- Lovlina Borgohain (India)
- Emma-Sue Greentree (Australia)
- Tarona Khanum Badi Pasoni Taafaki (Tuvalu)
The only quarterfinal in the category is between:
- Mary-Kate Smith (England)
- Patricia Mbata (Nigeria)
Lovlina will face Tarona Taafaki of Tuvalu in the semifinal on 31 July 2026.
Lovlina Eyes Redemption After Birmingham Disappointment
The Glasgow Games provide Lovlina with an opportunity to make up for her disappointing campaign at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games, where she was eliminated in the quarterfinals after a closely contested 2-3 split decision defeat against Rosie Eccles of Wales in the 70kg category.
Having already secured a medal in Glasgow, the Indian boxer will now aim to reach the final and improve the colour of her medal.
Commonwealth Games 2026: Key Highlights
- Host City: Glasgow, Scotland
- Dates: 23 July – 2 August 2026
- Participating Associations: 74
- Total Sports: 10
- Total Medal Events: 215
- Para Sports Included: 6
- India’s First Medal: Assured through Lovlina Borgohain in women’s 75kg boxing
- Current Medal Table Leader: Australia








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