India's Performance in the 2022 Commonwealth Games: Gold Medals and Comparative Analysis

The 2022 Commonwealth Games

held in Birmingham saw remarkable performances, particularly from India. India secured a total of 61 medals, comprising 22 gold, 16 silver, and 23 bronze. This achievement reflects India's strength in wrestling, weightlifting, and boxing, alongside other sports. The article delves into India's outstanding performance, comparing its achievements with other nations and providing a detailed breakdown of the gold medal winners.

India's Medal Achievements in the 2022 Commonwealth Games

India's medal tally in the 2022 Commonwealth Games marks a significant milestone. The nation secured 22 gold medals, which is a highlight of its performance. Additionally, India won 16 silver and 23 bronze medals, bringing its total to 61. This achievement is further amplified by the exceptional performance in specific sports such as wrestling and weightlifting.

Strong Performance in Wrestling and Weightlifting

The strongest sport for India in this event was wrestling, where Indian athletes won 12 medals (5 gold, 5 silver, and 2 bronze). In weightlifting, Indian weightlifters were equally impressive, securing 10 medals (3 gold, 5 silver, and 2 bronze).

Key Gold Medal Winners

Mirabai Chanu (Weightlifting - Women’s 49 kg) Jeremy Lalrinnunga (Weightlifting - Men’s 67 kg) Anchita Sheuli (Weightlifting - Men’s 37 kg) India’s Lawn Bowls Women's Team (Lawn Bowls - Women’s Fours Team) India’s Mens Table Tennis Team (Table Tennis - Mens Team) Sudhir (Para Powerlifting - Mens Heavyweight) Bajrang Punia (Wrestling - Men’s 65 Kg category) Sakshi Malik (Wrestling - Women’s 62 kg category)

India's other notable gold medalists across various disciplines include:

Mirabai Chanu in women's weightlifting Jeremy Lalrinnunga in men's weightlifting Anchita Sheuli in men's weightlifting India’s Lawn Bowls Women's Team in lawn bowls India’s Mens Table Tennis Team in table tennis Sudhir in para powerlifting (in the men's heavyweight category) Bajrang Punia in wrestling (in the men's 65 kg category) Sakshi Malik in wrestling (in the women's 62 kg category)

Comparative Analysis with Other Nations

While India secured a commendable 61 medals, countries such as Australia and England also showcased impressive medal counts. Australia, ranked first with 177 medals (66 gold, 57 silver, and 54 bronze), was followed by England, which secured 172 medals (69 gold, 49 silver, and 54 bronze). Canada placed third with 92 medals (39 gold, 25 silver, and 28 bronze).

Performance since 1998

Reviewing India's performance since the 1998 Commonwealth Games, we can observe a steady improvement. The peak performance for India was recorded during the 2010 Commonwealth Games held in Delhi, where India won a total of 101 medals, securing the second position in the medal table.

Conclusion

India's 22 gold medals in the 2022 Commonwealth Games highlight the nation's consistent and impressive performance across various sports. The country's success in wrestling, weightlifting, and other disciplines reflects its dedication and hard work. For more detailed information about the 2022 Commonwealth Games and India's gold medal winners, please click on the provided links.