World Championships silver medallists Kajal Dhochak and Neelam Sirohi will spearhead India's women's wrestling challenge at the 2026 Commonwealth Wrestling Championships, scheduled to take place in Polokwane, South Africa, from December 4 to 6.

World U-23 silver medallist Amruta Pujari is another prominent name in the senior contingent, which was finalised following a day-long selection trial held in New Delhi on Friday.

Neelam secured her place in the 50kg category after producing a dominant performance against Maharashtra's Neha Chaugule, pinning her in the final bout.

The Indian wrestler, who claimed a silver medal at the World Championships in Astana, will now look to carry her impressive form onto the Commonwealth stage.

Kajal, who also returned with a silver medal from the World Championships in Astana, was equally impressive in the 76kg category. She registered a commanding 10-0 victory over Maharashtra's Vedika in the final to book her place in the Indian squad.

Meanwhile, Amruta Pujari confirmed her selection in the 72kg category with a comfortable win against RSPB's Bipasha. The Maharashtra wrestler will be aiming to make her mark at the international level following her World U-23 Championships silver-medal success.

Apart from the senior competition, the 2026 Commonwealth Wrestling Championships will also feature U-17 and U-20 categories. Selection trials for both age groups were conducted simultaneously in New Delhi on Friday.

India's Women's Wrestling Squad

Senior Team

50kg - Neelam Sirohi
53kg - Nishu
55kg - Ahilya Shinde
57kg - Simran
59kg - Neha Sangwan
62kg - Pushpa Yadav
65kg - Janvi
68kg - Srishti
72kg - Amruta Pujari
76kg - Kajal Dhochak

U-17 Team

46kg - Taniya
53kg - Rupankshi
57kg - Maisha
61kg - Manya Rajput

U-20 Team

55kg - Kajal
65kg - Deepika Nain
72kg - Vishakha
76kg - Muskan Narwal

Story first published: Friday, November 13, 2026, 20:09 [IST]

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