Archive · 4 Oct 2025
Mirabai Chanu Wins Silver Medal at World Weightlifting Championships
Mirabai Chanu, an Indian weightlifter, won a silver medal at the World Weightlifting Championships.
She lifted a total of 199kg, combining her snatch and clean and jerk lifts.
Although she struggled a bit in the snatch, she performed well in the clean and jerk.
This is not her first time on the podium at this event.
She's happy with the result, seeing it as good preparation for future competitions like the Commonwealth Games, Asian Games and the 2028 Olympics.
Her coach believes this is a crucial stage in her career and aims for improved technique and strength.
Mirabai Chanu won a silver medal in the 48kg category at the World Championships.
She lifted a total of 199kg.
Chanu struggled in snatch but was successful in the clean and jerk.
This win gives her confidence for the upcoming competitions.
Her coach is focusing on improving her technique and strength.
- Who
- Mirabai Chanu
- What
- Won a silver medal in the 48kg category.
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- World Weightlifting Championships
- Why
- To compete and secure a medal, as part of preparation for upcoming events.
- Athlete
- Mirabai Chanu
- Event
- World Weightlifting Championships
- Weight Category
- 48kg
- Medal
- Silver
- Total Lift
- 199kg (84kg Snatch + 115kg Clean and Jerk)
- Previous Achievements
- 2017 World Champion, 2022 Silver Medalist