Mirabai Chanu Creates History with Third Straight Commonwealth Games Gold
When Mirabai Chanu steps onto the weightlifting platform, expectations are always sky-high. On Sunday, the Olympic medallist once again proved why she remains the undisputed face of Indian weightlifting, delivering another commanding performance to clinch her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal in the women’s 48kg category.
The outcome was never really in doubt. The only question was how much history Mirabai would create.
The Manipuri superstar answered with a breathtaking display of strength, precision, and composure, rewriting the Commonwealth Games record books in the process. The 31-year-old broke the Games record in the snatch before going on to establish new Commonwealth Games records in the clean and jerk as well as the overall total, producing one of the finest performances of the competition.
With this victory, Mirabai completed a remarkable hat-trick of Commonwealth Games gold medals, adding another chapter to an already glittering career. Having dominated the event across multiple editions, she has firmly established herself as one of India’s greatest-ever Commonwealth athletes.
Mirabai’s journey to the top has been defined by resilience as much as excellence. After overcoming injuries, setbacks, and immense expectations following her Olympic silver medal in Tokyo, she has continued to deliver on the biggest stages. Her consistency over nearly a decade has made her one of the most reliable performers in Indian sport.
What makes Mirabai exceptional is not just the amount of weight she lifts, but the calmness with which she performs under pressure. Every attempt reflects years of technical perfection, discipline, and mental strength. Sunday’s competition was another reminder that she thrives when the spotlight shines brightest.
Her latest triumph also gives India’s weightlifting contingent a massive boost at the Commonwealth Games. Over the years, Mirabai has inspired an entire generation of young Indian lifters, particularly women from the North-East, proving that athletes from every corner of the country can compete with—and defeat—the very best in the world.
Beyond the medals, Mirabai’s story is one of perseverance. From training with limited resources in Manipur to becoming an Olympic medallist, world champion, and now a three-time Commonwealth Games champion, she has become a symbol of dedication and determination for millions of aspiring athletes.
As the Indian flag rose once again and the national anthem echoed through the arena, Mirabai Chanu reminded the sporting world that champions are not defined by a single victory, but by the ability to keep returning to the top. With yet another historic gold and multiple Commonwealth Games records to her name, she has once again reinforced her legacy as the undisputed queen of Indian weightlifting.
