Asian Games 2026: India's Gold Medal Contenders - Can Athletes Emulate Hangzhou Magic in Aichi-Nagoya?

India enters the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya with a leaner, medal-focused contingent aiming to emulate its record 107-medal haul from Hangzhou. Athletes in nine sports will compete starting September 20. Key contenders include participants in athletics, shooting, badminton, boxing, hockey, and cricket. Notably, Tokyo Olympics silver medallist Mirabai Chanu will compete in the women's 49kg weightlifting final on September 23, bidding for her maiden Asian Games medal during this prestigious international sporting event.