Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 2 Highlights: Jhandu Kumar wins bronze as India opens medal account

Bowls,Men's Singles,Section D,India vs Falkland Islands: C. Alexander takes the lead.

The Falkland Islands player took the lead in End 1 of Set 1, picking up two points to make the score 2-0.

Bowls,Men's Singles,Section D,India vs Falkland Islands: Putul Sonowal returns for his second match

Putul Sonowal returns for his second match today after defeating a three-time Commonwealth Games medallist Rayan Bester in a tie breaker in his opening match. Today, Putul will take on Cecil Alexander of the Falkland Islands.

Para Powerlifting, Women's Lightweight Finals: Jaspreet Kaur finishes sixth, Suman Devi seventh!

India's Jaspreet Kaur and Suman Devi finished sixth and seventh, respectively, in the women's lightweight para powerlifting competition at the Commonwealth Games 2026.

Jaspreet ended with a best successful lift of 100kg, earning 96.4 points, while Suman finished with 100kg and 88.4 points after her two attempts at 103kg were ruled 'No Lift'.

With the conclusion of the women's lightweight events, India's campaign in the lightweight para powerlifting category ends without a medal.

Para Powerlifting, Women's Lightweight Final A: Suman Devi's final 103kg attempt ruled 'No Lift'!

India's Suman Devi successfully pressed 103kg in her third and final attempt, but the lift was ultimately ruled a 'No Lift' after two of the three referees voted against it.

Suman therefore finishes with her opening successful lift of 100kg (88.3 points). With all four Indian lifters having completed their events, India's campaign in the lightweight para powerlifting competitions has concluded.

Bowls Women's Pairs, Section B, India vs South Africa: India win their second match !!!!

India win their second bowls match against South Africa in straight sets, 6-4, 7-5. South Africa tried their best to recover in the final end but could only get two bowls close to the jack, earning two points and ending the match with a 7-5 score in Set 2. With the win, India top the Section B table with three points.

Para Powerlifting, Women's Lightweight Final A: Suman Devi fails to clear 103kg!

India's Suman Devi was unsuccessful in her second attempt, failing to clear 103kg in the Women's Lightweight Final A.

The lift was ruled a 'No Lift' after a shaky effort, leaving Suman on her opening successful lift of 100kg (88.3 points) with one final attempt remaining.

Bowls Women's Pairs, Section B, India vs South Africa: Pinki Singh delivers again !

Rupa Rani Tirkey gave India an excellent start by placing two bowls close to the jack, while two South African bowls rolled into the ditch. Pinki Singh then ensured India maintained the momentum by placing another bowl near the jack. South Africa's final bowl looked like it might cost India points, but Pinki's last bowl secured a commanding 7-4 lead for India.

Bowls Women's Pairs, Section B, India vs South Africa: South Africa takes the lead once again.

In End 3, South Africa showed their skill and precision, giving India no opportunity to get close to the jack. They regained the lead by one point, making the score 4-3 at the end.

Bowls Women's Pairs, Section B, India vs South Africa: Pinki Singh earns India three points !!

India dominated the game from the start and maintained control throughout. South Africa failed to get close to the jack, allowing India to take three points in End 2 and taking the lead by 3-1.

Para Powerlifting, Women's Lightweight Final A: Suman Devi opens with successful 100kg lift!

India's Suman Devi made a successful start to her campaign in the Women's Lightweight Final A, clearing 100kg in her opening attempt.

The lift earned her 88.3 points, giving the Indian a solid foundation as the competition continues with two attempts remaining.