Preeti Pawar Discusses Weight-Cutting Challenges After Reaching Commonwealth Games Final

Indian boxer Preeti Pawar shares her struggles with weight-cutting as she prepares for the gold medal match at the Commonwealth Games after defeating Zambia's Catherine Mwape.

<p>Indian boxer Preeti Pawar has reached the final in the women's 54kg category at the Commonwealth Games, held in Glasgow, Scotland. She secured her place in the final by winning against Zambia's Catherine Mwape with a score of 5-0 in the semifinals on July 31, 2026.</p><p>Pawar expressed that the weight-cutting process is challenging for athletes, as it affects their ability to eat properly. Despite this difficulty, she noted that it serves as motivation to push forward. The 22-year-old, who previously won a bronze medal at the Asian Games, demonstrated strong control during her semifinal match, effectively using her left straight and counter-attacks to dominate Mwape.</p><p>In the upcoming gold medal bout, Pawar will face Canada's Scarlett Delgado, who advanced after defeating England's Lauren Mackie 4-1 in the other semifinal. Pawar emphasized her commitment to giving her best performance in the final, highlighting her detailed preparation with her coaches.</p>