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Update (29 October): Mirabai Chanu has withdrawn from the 53kg event with a back issue. Read the full report.

Weightlifting · 27 October 2026

Mirabai Chanu Leads India's Challenge at World Weightlifting Championships 2026 in China

Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu will lead India at the 2026 World Weightlifting Championships in Ningbo, China, from 27 October to 8 November. Read the schedule and what to expect.

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Reviewed by sportsupport.in team on 2026-10-27.

Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu will lead India's challenge at the 2026 World Weightlifting Championships, which run from 27 October to 8 November at the Ningbo Olympic Sports Centre in China.

Mirabai Chanu's event

Mirabai, 32, will compete in the women's 53 kg category, one of six women's weight classes at the championships.

Tournament at a glance

  • Dates: 27 October to 8 November 2026
  • Venue: Ningbo Olympic Sports Centre, Ningbo, China
  • India's lead athlete: Mirabai Chanu (women's 53 kg)

Note: Competition dates for each weight category will be updated as they are confirmed. Last updated 27 October 2026.

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