India kept up their impressive form at the 2026 Commonwealth Games on day six as Sharmila Dhankar created history by clinching India’s maiden gold medal in para athletics in the women's shot put F57 discipline.
Currently, India occupy the eighth position in the medal standings having won 10 medals with 2 gold, 5 silver, and 3 bronze medals. Even though the ongoing tournament has seen India add several firsts to their name, India’s Most Successful Commonwealth Games Sport, Ranked is proof of the nation’s success over many years in various sports categories. Shooting is among the top medal winners for India in the Commonwealth Games.
India further added more medals in the discipline of weightlifting. Gyaneshwari Yadav and Valluri Ajaya Babu won the silver medals in the women's 53kg and men's 79kg categories respectively. Their performances continued India's consistent success in one of its strongest Commonwealth Games disciplines.
India's Leading Commonwealth Games Sports By Total Medals
1. Shooting - 135 medals (63 gold, 43 silver, 29 bronze)
Shooting has truly been a standout sport for India at the Commonwealth Games, racking up an impressive total of 135 medals, with 63 of those being gold. The sport really hit its stride during the 2010 Games in New Delhi, where India celebrated a remarkable haul of 30 medals. Among the stars, Jaspal Rana shines the brightest as India's most decorated athlete in Commonwealth Games history, boasting 15 medals - nine gold, four silver, and two bronze.
During the unforgettable New Delhi 2010 event, Abhinav Bindra and Gagan Narang clinched gold in the men's 10m air rifle pairs on October 5. Just a few days later, on October 8, Omkar Singh took home the gold in the men's 10m air pistol, and then on October 9, both Vijay Kumar and Gagan Narang added to the glory with their individual gold medals.
2. Weightlifting - 139 medals (44 gold, 58 silver, 37 bronze)
Weightlifting has brought home a total of 139 medals for India, with 44 of those being gold, making it the country's second-most successful sport at the Commonwealth Games. India continues to shine as one of the top nations in this discipline. A standout moment recently occurred at the Glasgow 2026 Games, where Mirabai Chanu clinched her third consecutive gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.
3. Wrestling - 114 medals (49 gold, 38 silver, 27 bronze)
Wrestling has been a remarkable source of pride for India, bringing home a total of 114 medals - 49 gold, 38 silver, and 27 bronze. It also marked a historic moment by securing India’s very first Commonwealth Games medal back in 1930. Fast forward to the Birmingham 2022 Games, where every single one of the 12 Indian wrestlers stood tall on the podium, showcasing the nation’s unwavering prowess in this sport.
4. Boxing - 38 medals (11 gold, 14 silver, 13 bronze)
Boxing has played a significant role in bringing home 38 medals from the Commonwealth Games, which break down to 11 gold, 14 silver, and 13 bronze. This sport has consistently delivered medals in both men's and women's categories. Notable figures like Mary Kom and Lovlina Borgohain have been instrumental in India's achievements, helping to solidify the nation's impressive standing in the boxing world.
5. Badminton - 31 medals (10 gold, 11 silver, 10 bronze)
Badminton has been a shining star for India, racking up a total of 31 medals at the Commonwealth Games - 10 gold, 11 silver, and 10 bronze. The nation has truly established itself as a powerhouse in the sport, thanks to impressive performances in both singles and team events. Key players like PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, and Saina Nehwal have been instrumental in shaping India's remarkable medal tally at the Games.
