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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