India is sending a powerhouse 12-member weightlifting contingent to Glasgow. A sport that historically yields India's highest medal haul at the Commonwealth Games.
Weightlifting — Women's 48kg
The face of Indian weightlifting. An Olympic silver medallist and multiple-time Commonwealth Games champion, Mirabai returns to her favoured 48kg category. She remains the overwhelming favourite to clinch another gold for India on the global stage.
Weightlifting — Women's 58kg
The Manipur powerhouse who stunned with a silver medal on her Commonwealth Games debut at Birmingham. Bindyarani has continued to improve her clean and jerk numbers and will be looking to upgrade to gold in Glasgow.
Weightlifting — Men's 110+ kg
Lovepreet secured bronze in Birmingham in the 109kg category with a national record. Now moving up to the super-heavyweight 110+ kg division, his sheer strength and consistent snatch technique make him a formidable force.
Weightlifting — Women's 69kg
After a dramatic finish in Birmingham where she clinched bronze, Harjinder has solidified her position in the mid-weight categories. Competing in the 69kg class, her experience in high-pressure situations is her biggest asset.
Weightlifting — Women's 53kg
A rising talent from Chhattisgarh, Gyaneshwari has dominated the junior circuits, winning silver at the Junior World Championships. Glasgow marks her senior multi-sport event debut, and she is highly tipped to surprise the field.
Weightlifting — Men's 60kg
Stepping into the highly competitive lightweight division, Rishikanta has proven his mettle at the National Championships. He carries the momentum of a rigorous training camp and looks to make an impact on his Commonwealth debut.
Weightlifting — Men's 65kg
A technically sound lifter who has steadily climbed the domestic ranks. Raja’s consistency in avoiding failed lifts makes him a reliable contender for a top-five finish, with a strong chance of pushing for the podium.
Weightlifting — Men's 79kg
Representing India in the intensely competitive 79kg category, Ajaya brings raw power and speed. His recent performances at the Asian developmental meets have shown he can handle international pressure.
Weightlifting — Men's 94kg
Competing in the heavier divisions, Dilbag possesses exceptional clean and jerk ability. If he can stay close to the leaders during the snatch segment, he is perfectly positioned to challenge for a medal in Glasgow.
Weightlifting — Women's 77kg
A technically gifted lifter, Sanjana has been turning heads in the national circuit. With India historically strong in the lighter weight classes, Sanjana is leading the charge to establish dominance in the heavier brackets.
Weightlifting — Women's 86kg
Adding to the immense depth of talent from Manipur, Nirupama brings significant lifting total improvements over the past year. Her qualification for Glasgow was secured via a commanding performance at the national trials.
Weightlifting — Women's 86+ kg
India’s premier representative in the women’s super-heavyweight category. Martina has shown she can lift massive totals, and in a historically open field at the CWG, she possesses a genuine opportunity to secure a medal.