That's a wrap for our coverage of the blockbuster opening ceremony of Glasgow 2026. A wonderful way to kickstart the event. Do join us tomorrow as we get into the thick of the sporting action. Find all updates right here on NDTV Sports. Goodnight!

Nathan Evans and Saint PHNX take the stage one final time, and close out the grand opening ceremony with another colourful performance!

Time for KT Tunstall! A clear fan-favourite, she gets the crowd on their feet with a remix of the popular song 'Seven Nation Army'. 

But she doesn't stop there! One more song from Tunstall wows the Glasgow audience. 

Popular singer Tom Walker is now on stage, after King Charles III declares the Games open. One of the headline attractions of the opening ceremony, Walker performs his popular song 'Leave a Light on'.

Kng Charles III declares the Commonwealth Games 2026 open!

"Let us together build a harmonious future for us and our children. It is with great honour that I officially open the 23rd edition of the Commonwealth Games.”

Scottish singer Nina Nesbitt lights up the arena with her performance. She performs the song 'I'm Gonna Be (500 miles)'. After that, King Charles III is on stage to give a speech, and declare the Games open.

Donald Rukare, President of Commonwealth Sport, and George Black, Chair of Glasgow 2026, come up to the podium to address the crowd. 

"This will be the friendliest games, in the friendlist city, in the friendliest nation, because that’s who we are. The city is ready, the nation is ready. Dear athletes, the stage is yours," says Black.

The Commonwealth flag is taken around the arena and then raised high. Three oath-takers then take the stage, promising to uphold the spirit, integrity, respect and diversity of the Commonwealth Games.

Scottish singer-songwriter Callum Beattie performs the song 'Yes Sir, I Can Boogie' on stage. He is surrounded by performers dressed as pink unicorns. The unicorn is Scotland's national animal.

The Parade of Nations has come to a close, and now we return to a diverse mix of light and sound. Nathan Evans and Saint PHNX take the stage play their hit song 'Home'.

Scotland, the host nation of CWG 2026, make their entry onto the stage at the opening ceremony. A massive cheer greets the home contingent. A 176-member contingent for the hosts.

Here's another snapshot of when Team India took centre stage at the Commonwealth Games 2026 opening ceremony.

The European nations will now march onto the stage. First up is Cyprus, followed by England, the second-most successful nation in CWG history.

After the Caribbean nations' march, it's time for the Oceanian countries to take centre stage. First up, Australia, one of the world's sporting giants and one of the most successful nations in Commonwealth Games history.

Now the Caribbean nations walk onto the stage at the opening ceremony! Anguilla and Antigua and Barbuda lead the way.

Soon after India's march, neighbouring nations Pakistan and Sri Lanka also take centre stage. Arshad Nadeem is the flag-bearer for Pakistan. An exciting contest is expected in javelin, where Nadeem will go head-to-head with India's Neeraj Chopra.

The Indian contingent for Commonealth Games 2026 march onto the stage, led by flag-bearers Mirabai Chanu and Lovlina Borgohain! A proud moment for each of the members waving the flag high on the big stage this year.

The wait for India begins, as the Asian nations now begin their march onto the stage. Bangladesh are up first. Keep an eye out on Mirabai and Lovlina, who will lead the Indian contingent!

From Botswana to Cameroon, Ghana to Kenya, Nigeria to South Africa, the African nations have marched onto the stage. Now it's time for the nations in the Americas.

Starting off with The Bahamas!

Scottish band Valtos has taken centre stage, and their music will be the background as the Parade of Nations begins. The African nations are the first to walk out.

Botswana lead the African nations out onto the stage.

The opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games 2026 is beginning. Former Scottish cyclist Sir Chris Hoy greets King of the United Kingdom, Charles III, and his wife, Queen Kamilla, to the stage. Now it's time for the national anthem of the UK.

We are all set for the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games here at Glasgow #TeamIndia @Media_SAI @BFI_official @WeAreTeamIndia pic.twitter.com/HYoGSydnLY

— Lovlina Borgohain (@LovlinaBorgohai) July 23, 2026

 Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu will not attempt the coveted 90kg snatch at the Commonwealth Games, preferring to conserve herself for the Asian Games later this year where she hopes to complete her medal collection with a maiden podium finish.

"I will not give my full effort in the Commonwealth Games. My focus is the Asian Games, which are very near. I am training according to that. So my performance and effort here will depend on that plan," Chanu told PTI.

Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain is assured of a medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026 after receiving a bye into the women's 75kg quarter-finals, meaning she does not need to win a bout to secure a podium finish.

Boxing at the Commonwealth Games awards two bronze medals in each weight category, with both losing semi-finalists receiving a bronze. As a result, reaching the last four guarantees a medal

Olympic silver medallist and two-time Commonwealth Games champion Mirabai Chanu will lead the Indian contingent as the country's flag bearer during the Parade of Nations.

Meanwhile, Tokyo 2020 Olympic bronze medallist boxer Lovlina Borgohain has been appointed India's ceremonial baton bearer. Glasgow 2026 will mark the first Commonwealth Games edition to feature separate flag bearer and baton bearer roles, replacing the joint flag bearer system.

The Commonwealth Games 2026 opening ceremony will celebrate Scotland's rich culture, vibrant music, and the diversity of the event, setting the stage for an exciting fortnight of sporting action. The entertainment lineup will showcase an entirely Scottish cast, headlined by Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter KT Tunstall and chart-topping musician Tom Walker. They will be joined by a host of other Scottish performers, including Nina Nesbitt, Callum Beattie, Nathan Evans, rock outfit Saint PHNX, and electro-Celtic duo Valtos.

The 23rd edition of the Commonwealth Games will begin with a unique opening ceremony. Unlike previous editions, which were typically held in open-air stadiums, this year's ceremony will take place indoors at Glasgow's OVO Hydro Arena.

A very warm welcome to one and all, to the live coverage of the opening ceremony of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026. A dazzling ceremony will be headlined by an all-Scottish cast, after which participants of all 74 nations will march in the traditional Parade of Nations.

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