Murali Sreeshankar made history by winning his second consecutive Commonwealth silver medal

• Indian star long jumper Murali Sreeshankar delivered a magnificent performance to clinch the silver medal in the men's long jump event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

• The 27-year-old Sreeshankar recorded a best jump of 8.09 meters. Jamaica's Tajay Gayle won the gold medal with a jump of 8.15 meters, while Scotland's Stephen Mackenzie secured the bronze with a leap of 8.08 meters.

• With this achievement, Murali Sreeshankar created history in Indian athletics.

• He has become the first Indian male long jumper to win two medals at the Commonwealth Games; he had previously won a silver medal at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

• By securing a podium finish in two consecutive Commonwealth Games, Sreeshankar has once again demonstrated his consistency, outstanding performance, and India's strong presence on the international stage.