Asian Games 2026 September 28 India Results: Esha Singh Wins Silver in Shooting
The Asian Games 2026 continued with another busy day of competition in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on Monday, September 28. Indian athletes competed across shooting, boxing, archery, kurash, squash, volleyball, surfing, tennis, sepaktakraw and cricket, with several important results adding to India’s medal campaign.
The biggest Indian highlight of the day came from Esha Singh, who secured the silver medal in the women’s 25m pistol individual event after a closely contested final. India also earned a bronze through Pincky Balhara in women’s 78kg kurash, while boxer Lovlina Borgohain secured a medal by reaching the women’s 75kg semifinals.
According to the latest results available on September 28, India moved to 39 medals — 4 gold, 17 silver and 18 bronze.
Asian Games 2026: India’s Key Results on September 28
September 28 produced a mixture of medal-winning performances, knockout victories and disappointing exits for Indian athletes.
The major highlights included:
- Esha Singh — Silver in women’s 25m pistol
- Pincky Balhara — Bronze in women’s -78kg kurash
- Lovlina Borgohain — Medal assured in women’s 75kg boxing
- India men’s cricket team — Advanced to the semifinals after the quarterfinal against Afghanistan was abandoned
- Indian archers recorded several victories in the compound individual events.
- Indian men’s and women’s squash teams continued their campaigns.
- India defeated Hong Kong, China, in men’s volleyball.
- Indian athletes also competed in surfing, tennis and sepaktakraw.
Esha Singh Wins Silver in Women’s 25m Pistol
The standout individual performance for India came from Esha Singh in shooting.
Singh finished second in the women’s 25m pistol individual final to claim the silver medal. The final was extremely competitive and required multiple shoot-offs before the podium positions were decided.
Esha and China’s Xiao Jiaruixuan finished the main competition level on 38 hits. The gold medal was eventually decided through a shoot-off, with Xiao edging Singh to take first place. Esha therefore finished with the silver medal.
The result adds another major Asian Games medal to Singh’s growing record. At the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games, she had won silver in the individual 25m pistol and gold in the team event.
Esha Singh’s 25m Pistol Final at a Glance
| Detail | Result |
|---|---|
| Athlete | Esha Singh |
| Sport | Shooting |
| Event | Women’s 25m Pistol |
| Medal | Silver |
| Position | 2nd |
| Gold Medalist | Xiao Jiaruixuan, China |
| Key Result | 38 hits |
The medal was particularly significant because India’s women’s 25m pistol team had earlier finished outside the medals. Singh’s individual performance ensured that India still collected a podium finish from the event.
Pincky Balhara Wins Bronze in Kurash
India added another medal through Pincky Balhara, who won bronze in the women’s -78kg kurash category.
Balhara progressed through the competition and reached the semifinal stage. Her campaign ended there, but her advancement to the last four guaranteed a bronze medal for India.
The result gave India another medal in the combat sport and added to Balhara’s Asian Games record.
Pincky Balhara Medal Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Athlete | Pincky Balhara |
| Sport | Kurash |
| Category | Women’s -78kg |
| Medal | Bronze |
| Stage Reached | Semifinal |
Lovlina Borgohain Assures India Another Boxing Medal
Indian boxing also produced an important result on September 28.
Lovlina Borgohain defeated South Korea’s Seong Suyeon by a unanimous 5-0 decision in the women’s 75kg quarterfinal.
By reaching the semifinal, Lovlina secured a medal for India. Her campaign therefore continues with another opportunity to move higher on the podium.
Lovlina Borgohain’s Result
| Detail | Result |
|---|---|
| Boxer | Lovlina Borgohain |
| Category | Women’s 75kg |
| Round | Quarterfinal |
| Opponent | Seong Suyeon, South Korea |
| Result | Lovlina won 5-0 |
| Status | Medal assured |
India Men’s Cricket Team Reaches Semifinals
India’s men’s cricket team also progressed to the semifinal stage.
The quarterfinal against Afghanistan was abandoned without a ball being bowled. As a result, India advanced to the semifinals under the tournament’s qualification rules.
The result keeps India’s men’s cricket campaign alive and gives the team another opportunity to compete for an Asian Games medal.
Archery: Indian Shooters Produce Strong Results
Indian compound archers were also involved in several elimination-round matches.
Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru defeated Indonesia’s Rinaldi Sostar Andaru before facing fellow Indian Sahil Rajesh Jadhav in the next round.
Thirumuru subsequently defeated Jadhav to progress further in the men’s individual competition.
In the women’s compound event, Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Chikitha Taniparthi also recorded victories in their respective elimination matches. Jyothi later lost to South Korea’s Kang Yeonseo in the Round of 16, while Chikitha defeated Chinese Taipei’s Chen Yi-hsuan to advance.
Archery Results
| Athlete | Event | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru | Compound Men’s Individual | Won Round of 16 |
| Sahil Rajesh Jadhav | Compound Men’s Individual | Reached Round of 16 |
| Jyothi Surekha Vennam | Compound Women’s Individual | Reached Round of 16 |
| Chikitha Taniparthi | Compound Women’s Individual | Advanced from Round of 16 |
Surfing Results
India’s surfers were also in action.
Babu Sivaraj competed in the men’s shortboard Round 3 but lost to the Philippines’ Alciso Jayuard.
Meanwhile, Kishore Kumar Anbarasu registered a victory over China’s Ma Wensong in the same competition.
Squash: India Continues Team Competition
Indian squash teams remained involved in the team events.
The women’s team recorded a win over China in Pool C, while the men’s team also defeated China in Pool A, according to the September 28 results reported during the day’s competition.
These team results helped India maintain momentum in the preliminary stages.
Volleyball: India Defeats Hong Kong, China
India’s men’s volleyball team registered a victory against Hong Kong, China, in the preliminary round.
The result was another positive development for the Indian contingent as team sports continued alongside the day’s individual medal events.
Tennis: Indian Women’s Doubles Pair Exits
In women’s doubles tennis, the Indian pair of Rutuja Bhosale and Ankita Raina faced Anna Danilina and Yulia Putintseva.
The Indian duo was defeated in the first round and therefore exited the women’s doubles competition.
Sepaktakraw: India Loses to Japan
India’s women’s team competed against Japan in the women’s doubles preliminary competition.
The Indian side lost the match, adding a setback to the day’s results in sepaktakraw.
India’s Medal Tally on September 28
After the latest results, India’s medal count reached 39 medals, comprising:
| Medal | Count |
|---|---|
| 🥇 Gold | 4 |
| 🥈 Silver | 17 |
| 🥉 Bronze | 18 |
| Total | 39 |
India was placed 12th in the medal standings at the time of the reported update.
The tally changed during the day as additional events were completed, so the exact total can vary depending on the update time. Earlier reports had India at 38 medals after Esha Singh’s silver before the later addition of Pincky Balhara’s bronze.
India at Asian Games 2026: September 28 Medal Winners
The confirmed medal-winning performances highlighted on September 28 were:
| Sport | Event | Indian Athlete | Medal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shooting | Women’s 25m Pistol Individual | Esha Singh | 🥈 Silver |
| Kurash | Women’s -78kg | Pincky Balhara | 🥉 Bronze |
In addition, Lovlina Borgohain secured at least a bronze by reaching the women’s 75kg boxing semifinals.
Why Esha Singh’s Silver Is Important
Esha Singh’s performance stands out because the women’s 25m pistol final was decided by very small margins.
After finishing the main stage on 38 hits, Singh had to compete in shoot-offs to determine the final podium positions. She eventually finished behind China’s Xiao Jiaruixuan.
The result demonstrates how closely contested elite shooting competitions can be, where a single hit can influence the final medal position.
It also continues Singh’s strong record at the Asian Games. Her silver in Aichi-Nagoya follows her individual silver and team gold from Hangzhou in 2023.
India’s Asian Games 2026 Campaign
India entered the Aichi-Nagoya Games with expectations across a wide range of sports. Shooting, cricket, boxing, athletics, squash, archery and several other disciplines have contributed to the country’s campaign.
The September 28 results once again showed the variety of India’s sporting participation. While some athletes advanced and secured medals, others exited their respective competitions.
With more events still to be completed, India’s medal tally remains subject to further changes.
Key Highlights of India on September 28
- Esha Singh won silver in the women’s 25m pistol individual final.
- Pincky Balhara won bronze in women’s -78kg kurash.
- Lovlina Borgohain assured a medal after reaching the boxing semifinals.
- India’s men’s cricket team advanced to the semifinal after the Afghanistan quarterfinal was abandoned.
- Indian compound archers recorded multiple victories.
- India’s men’s volleyball team defeated Hong Kong, China.
- Indian squash teams continued their respective pool campaigns.
- Babu Sivaraj exited the men’s shortboard competition after losing in Round 3.
- Rutuja Bhosale and Ankita Raina were eliminated from women’s doubles tennis.
- India lost to Japan in the women’s doubles sepaktakraw preliminary competition.
Conclusion
September 28 proved to be another eventful day for India at the Asian Games 2026. Esha Singh’s silver medal in the women’s 25m pistol was the day’s biggest individual highlight, while Pincky Balhara added a bronze in kurash.
Lovlina Borgohain’s semifinal qualification also guaranteed another medal for India in boxing. Meanwhile, India’s men’s cricket team progressed to the semifinal stage, and athletes across archery, squash, volleyball and other sports continued their campaigns.
With the competition still underway, India’s medal tally is expected to continue changing as more events reach their decisive stages. As of the latest September 28 update, India had 4 gold, 17 silver and 18 bronze medals, for a total of 39 medals.
Asian Games 2026 September 28 FAQs
Q1. Who won a silver medal for India on September 28 at the Asian Games 2026?
Esha Singh won the silver medal in the women’s 25m pistol individual event.
Q2. Which medal did Pincky Balhara win?
Pincky Balhara won the bronze medal in the women’s -78kg kurash event.
Q3. Did Lovlina Borgohain win a medal?
Lovlina assured herself of a medal by reaching the semifinals of the women’s 75kg boxing competition.
Q4. What is India’s medal tally at the Asian Games 2026 on September 28?
The latest reported tally is 39 medals: 4 gold, 17 silver and 18 bronze.
Q5. Who won the women’s 25m pistol gold medal?
China’s Xiao Jiaruixuan won the gold medal after defeating Esha Singh in the shoot-off.
Q6. Did India qualify for the men’s cricket semifinal?
Yes. India advanced to the men’s cricket semifinal after its quarterfinal against Afghanistan was abandoned.
Q7. Where are the 2026 Asian Games being held?
The 2026 Asian Games are being held in the Aichi-Nagoya region of Japan.
Asian Games 2026 September 28: MCQs
1. Who won the silver medal for India in the women’s 25m pistol individual event?
A) Manu Bhaker
B) Esha Singh
C) Sift Kaur Samra
D) Rhythm Sangwan
Answer: B) Esha Singh
2. Which medal did Pincky Balhara win at the Asian Games 2026 on September 28?
A) Gold
B) Silver
C) Bronze
D) No medal
Answer: C) Bronze
3. Pincky Balhara won her medal in which sport?
A) Judo
B) Kurash
C) Wrestling
D) Boxing
Answer: B) Kurash
4. In which category did Pincky Balhara win the bronze medal?
A) Women’s -52kg
B) Women’s -63kg
C) Women’s -70kg
D) Women’s -78kg
Answer: D) Women’s -78kg
5. Which Indian boxer assured a medal by reaching the semifinals on September 28?
A) Nikhat Zareen
B) Lovlina Borgohain
C) Jaismine Lamboria
D) Saweety Boora
Answer: B) Lovlina Borgohain
6. Whom did Lovlina Borgohain defeat in her quarterfinal?
A) Seong Suyeon
B) Kang Yeonseo
C) Anna Danilina
D) Chen Yi-hsuan
Answer: A) Seong Suyeon
7. What was the score in Lovlina Borgohain’s quarterfinal victory?
A) 3-2
B) 4-1
C) 5-0
D) 5-1
Answer: C) 5-0
8. Which Indian team advanced to the men’s cricket semifinals after its quarterfinal was abandoned?
A) India women’s team
B) India men’s team
C) India A team
D) India U-23 team
Answer: B) India men’s team
9. Which team was India’s opponent in the abandoned men’s cricket quarterfinal?
A) Pakistan
B) Sri Lanka
C) Afghanistan
D) Bangladesh
Answer: C) Afghanistan
10. Who defeated Sahil Rajesh Jadhav in the compound men’s individual event?
A) Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru
B) Rinaldi Sostar Andaru
C) Purevdorj Jamiyangombo
D) Alciso Jayuard
Answer: A) Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru
11. Which Indian archer defeated Chen Yi-hsuan in the women’s compound individual event?
A) Jyothi Surekha Vennam
B) Chikitha Taniparthi
C) Rutuja Bhosale
D) Ankita Raina
Answer: B) Chikitha Taniparthi
12. Which country defeated India in women’s doubles sepaktakraw?
A) China
B) Japan
C) South Korea
D) Indonesia
Answer: B) Japan
13. Which sport saw India defeat Hong Kong, China, on September 28?
A) Volleyball
B) Tennis
C) Squash
D) Surfing
Answer: A) Volleyball
14. Which Indian pair lost in the women’s doubles first round of tennis?
A) Sania Mirza and Ankita Raina
B) Rutuja Bhosale and Ankita Raina
C) Rutuja Bhosale and Shrivalli Bhamidipaty
D) Ankita Raina and Karman Kaur Thandi
Answer: B) Rutuja Bhosale and Ankita Raina
15. How many total medals had India won according to the September 28 update?
A) 35
B) 37
C) 39
D) 41
Answer: C) 39
16. How many gold medals did India have in the reported September 28 tally?
A) 3
B) 4
C) 5
D) 6
Answer: B) 4
17. How many silver medals did India have in the reported tally?
A) 15
B) 16
C) 17
D) 18
Answer: C) 17
18. How many bronze medals did India have in the reported tally?
A) 16
B) 17
C) 18
D) 19
Answer: C) 18
19. What position was India placed at in the reported Asian Games 2026 medal tally?
A) 10th
B) 11th
C) 12th
D) 13th
Answer: C) 12th
20. Which Chinese shooter won gold ahead of Esha Singh in the women’s 25m pistol final?
A) Xiao Jiaruixuan
B) Zhang Qiongyue
C) Jiang Ranxin
D) Li Xue
Answer: A) Xiao Jiaruixuan