Context & Overview: Priya Ghanghas Wins Gold in CWG 2026 Women's 60kg Boxing
At the 23rd Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland, India's 20-year-old boxing prodigy Priya Ghanghas won the Gold Medal in Women's 60kg Lightweight category, defeating Canada's Marie-Bathoul Al-Ahmadieh via a 4-1 split decision.
Priya defeated England's Lucy Kings-Wheatley 5-0 in semifinals and host Scotland's Niamh Mitchell in quarterfinals. Her historic victory propelled India's tally in the CWG 2026 Medals Standings to 39 Medals.
Highlights Table (Priya Ghanghas Overview & Achievements)
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Priya Ghanghas |
| Date of Birth & Age | 2005 (20 Years) |
| Hometown & State | Dhanana village, Bhiwani, Haryana |
| Sport Discipline | Women's 60kg Lightweight Boxing |
| CWG 2026 Milestone | Gold Medal - Defeated Canada's Marie-Bathoul 4-1 |
| Family Relation | First cousin of 51kg CWG Gold Medalist Sakshi Choudhary |
Boxing Journey Since Age 11, Father's Sacrifice & Dhanana Village Glory
1. Father Mahendra Ghanghas's Support & Move to Bhiwani Boxing Nursery
- Started in 2015: Inspired by Vijender Singh, Priya began boxing at age 11 in 2015. Her father Mahendra Ghanghas took her to former national champion Ravi Sangwan.
- Move to Bhiwani: To support her dreams, her family shifted to Bhiwani in 2022 so Priya could enroll in the SAI Boxing Academy under Coach Mahavir.
2. Cousin Sister Sakshi Choudhary & Dhanana Village Double Gold Record
- Double Gold Cousin Record: Priya Ghanghas and 51kg Gold medalist Sakshi Choudhary are first cousins from Dhanana village, creating a rare sporting milestone.
2026 Asian Boxing Champion: Defeating China's World Champion Chengyu Yang
- 2026 Asian Champion: Earlier in 2026 at Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, Priya shocked the world by defeating reigning World Champion Chengyu Yang of China in the 60kg quarterfinals, going on to win the Asian Gold Medal.
- Technical Speed: Known for her aggressive counter-punching and elite footwork in 60kg, Priya represents India's high-tech modern boxing style.
CWG 2026: Indian Boxing Squad Gold Surge & Interlinks
🔗 Related Essential Reading: CWG 2026 India Medals Tally & Full 39 Winners List ➔ | Sakshi Choudhary (Boxing Gold) ➔ | Preeti Pawar (Boxing Gold) ➔ | Jaismine Lamboria (Boxing Gold) ➔ | Arundhati Choudhary (Boxing Gold) ➔ | Sachin Siwach (Boxing Gold) ➔ | Ankush Panghal (Boxing Gold) ➔ | Soman Rana (Para Gold) ➔
MPPSC & UPSC Sports Revision Notes
Practice Questions
1Which Indian boxer won the Gold Medal in Women's 60kg category at CWG 2026?
2Which country's World Champion Chengyu Yang did Priya Ghanghas defeat at 2026 Asian Championships?
3Priya Ghanghas belongs to which state and district of India?
4What is the relation between 51kg CWG Gold medalist Sakshi Choudhary and Priya Ghanghas?
5Which Canadian boxer did Priya Ghanghas defeat 4-1 in the CWG 2026 60kg final?
6At which sports academy did Priya Ghanghas train?
7How many Gold Medals did India achieve in Boxing at CWG 2026?
8In MPPSC Prelims Syllabus, Sports Current Affairs is included in which section?
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