Glasgow, July 28 -- Indian boxer Preeti Pawar expressed delight after assuring herself of a medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games by reaching the women's 54kg semifinals, saying her focus is now on upgrading its colour.

Preeti produced a dominant display to defeat Scotland's Nicole Clyde by a unanimous 5-0 decision in the quarterfinals, booking her place in the last four. As both losing semifinalists receive bronze medals in Commonwealth Games boxing, the victory guaranteed India another podium finish, according to ESPN.

Reflecting on her performance, Preeti told ANI, "I am overjoyed. I have secured a medal, and now my next target is to focus on the upcoming bout and change the colour of that medal. My confidence has grown, and that will...