India, Aug. 7 -- For boxer Sakshi Chaudhary, winning gold in the women's 51kg (Flyweight) event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games marked the reward for years of perseverance. The Haryana boxer, who also served in the Indian Army, made a successful return to international competition after missing both the 2022 Commonwealth Games and the 2023 Asian Games, producing an impressive performance in Glasgow to stand on top of the podium.

Behind her journey was support from several quarters, including former India captain Virat Kohli. Sakshi revealed that she received backing through the Virat Kohli Foundation during a crucial stage of her career. The support played an important role in helping her continue her pursuit of success, which ultimately ...