Indian boxer Sachin secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the men’s 60kg event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 by defeating England’s William Hewitt with a 4-1 split decision. Sachin showcased superior ring craft, sharp combinations, and tactical discipline, dominating the three-round contest against the home favorite.
The judges from Kazakhstan, Canada, Mexico, and Morocco scored the bout 29-27 in favor of Sachin, while the Turkish judge awarded it 29-27 to Hewitt. Despite a point deduction during the bout, Sachin’s clean punches and control of exchanges ensured his comfortable victory.
Maintaining an aggressive yet composed approach, Sachin consistently landed clean punches, dictating the pace and scoring effectively to secure his advancement to the quarterfinals. This victory keeps India’s medal hopes alive in the men’s 60kg category at the Glasgow Games.
Sachin now faces a tougher challenge in the quarterfinals as he seeks to continue his impressive performance and secure a place in the medal rounds.
