Indian boxer Jadumani Singh Mandengbam defeated Pakistan’s Sumama Rehman in the 55 kg pre-quarterfinal at the Commonwealth Games 2026 at Glasgow on Sunday. The major achievement for the country came on Kargil Vijay Diwas.
Indian boxer Jadumani Singh defeated Pakistan’s Sumama Rehman in the men’s 55kg boxing event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 on Sunday. The Indian boxer won the bout by unanimous decision to secure a place in the quarterfinals of the competition.
The victory came on Kargil Vijay Diwas, a day when India remembers the bravery and sacrifice of its soldiers during the 1999 Kargil War. Jadumani’s win over his Pakistani opponent made the occasion even more memorable for Indian fans.
Oh wow, that was quite the first round. Lots of punches thrown (not always clean) and it is Jadumani Singh just about getting the decision in his favour 3-2 after three minutes against his Pakistani opponent. pic.twitter.com/lgB7PQm9L7
— Vinayakk (@vinayakkm) July 26, 2026
The 22-year-old from Manipur looked in complete control throughout the contest. He used his speed and sharp punches to keep Rehman under pressure and comfortably earned the judges’ decision.
M Jadumani Singh won the bout by a 5-0 unanimous decision against Pakistan’s Sumama Rehman.
He has successfully advanced to the quarterfinals of the men’s 55kg boxing event at the Commonwealth Games 2026.
Let’s pray for another medal… 🤞#Manipur https://t.co/edJREaaZO9 pic.twitter.com/1APvFGCMzx— Baneishsingha (@baneishsingha) July 26, 2026