Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Kapil Pokhariya loses in CWG 2026 quarterfinals
Kapil Pokhariya, an Indian boxer, competed in the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.
He faced Robert McNulty from Scotland in the men's 90kg quarterfinals.
McNulty was very strong and won all the rounds, making the final score 5-0.
Pokhariya tried his best but couldn't overcome McNulty's skills and the support from the local crowd.
This was a sad moment for India, but other Indian boxers like Jadumani Singh, Priya Ghanghas, and Preeti Pawar won their matches and will compete for medals.
India has won many medals in boxing at the Commonwealth Games, so this is an important event for them.
Kapil Pokhariya lost to Robert McNulty 5-0 in the men's 90kg quarterfinals at CWG 2026.
McNulty's disciplined defense and local support helped him dominate the match.
Pokhariya's defeat ended India's hopes for another boxing medal in the event.
Other Indian boxers like Jadumani Singh, Priya Ghanghas, and Preeti Pawar secured quarterfinal victories.
India has a strong history in Commonwealth Games boxing with 44 medals, including 11 gold.
- Who
- Kapil Pokhariya (India) and Robert McNulty (Scotland)
- What
- Men's 90kg Boxing Quarterfinals at Commonwealth Games 2026
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Glasgow
- Why
- To compete for a medal in the Commonwealth Games
Kapil Pokhariya's Performance
Robert McNulty's Performance
Boxing Skills
Kapil Pokhariya's Performance
Kapil Pokhariya showed determination but struggled against McNulty's disciplined defense.
Robert McNulty's Performance
Robert McNulty displayed composed and dominant boxing skills, earning a unanimous victory.
Support and Advantage
Kapil Pokhariya's Performance
Pokhariya faced vocal local support for McNulty, which impacted his performance.
Robert McNulty's Performance
McNulty benefited from vocal local support, which helped him maintain control throughout the match.
- Event
- Commonwealth Games 2026
- Competition
- Men's 90kg Boxing Quarterfinals
- Result
- Robert McNulty (Scotland) defeated Kapil Pokhariya (India) 5-0
- Date
- Tuesday
- Location
- Glasgow
- India's Medal Count
- 44 medals (11 gold, 13 silver, 20 bronze)