India’s biggest gold hope at the Commonwealth Games 2026 is back on the runway. Olympic and World Champion Neeraj Chopra begins his Glasgow 2026 campaign next week, chasing a second Commonwealth Games javelin title after his 2018 Gold Coast gold.
Here’s exactly when he throws, in Indian time, and how to watch every attempt live.
Neeraj Chopra CWG 2026 Schedule (IST)
| Round | Date (IST) | Time (IST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men’s Javelin Qualification | Thursday, 30 July 2026 | 2:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Scotstoun Stadium, Glasgow |
| Men’s Javelin Final | Late night 31 July → early 1 August | 11:00 PM – 2:15 AM IST | Scotstoun Stadium, Glasgow |
A note on the final’s date: The final takes place on the evening of 31 July in Glasgow (BST), but because India is 4.5 hours ahead, the action reaches Indian screens late on the night of 31 July and spills past midnight into 1 August IST. So if you see “July 31” and “August 1” both floating around online — they mean the same session. Set your alarm for the night of Friday, 31 July.
Neeraj throws alongside compatriots Rohit Yadav and Yash Vir Singh in qualification. If all three advance, India could have multiple finalists on the same night.
Where to Watch Neeraj Chopra Live in India
| Platform | Type |
|---|---|
| Sony Sports Network (TV) | Live telecast |
| SonyLIV (app & web) | Live streaming |
Coverage in India is carried by Sony Pictures Networks. Set a reminder — the final session runs deep into the night IST.
What’s at Stake
Neeraj won javelin gold at Gold Coast 2018 with 86.47m, becoming the first Indian javelin thrower to top a Commonwealth podium. He missed Birmingham 2022 through injury, so Glasgow is his shot at reclaiming the crown.
He arrives in strong form after his international season, though he’s spoken about still building back to his best following a nine-month injury layoff earlier in the cycle.
Watch out for: Grenada’s Anderson Peters, Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, Kenya’s Julius Yego and the rest of a deep Commonwealth field. (Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem competes for Pakistan, whose javelin entries fans will also be tracking closely.)
Neeraj Chopra: Quick Career Snapshot
- 🥇 Olympic Gold — Tokyo 2020
- 🥈 Olympic Silver — Paris 2024
- 🥇 World Champion — Budapest 2023
- 🥇 Commonwealth Games Gold — Gold Coast 2018
- 🥇 Asian Games Gold — 2018, 2023
- 🏹 National Record — 90.23m
FAQ
When does Neeraj Chopra compete at CWG 2026? Javelin qualification on 30 July (2:30 PM IST) and the final on the night of 31 July, running into the early hours of 1 August IST.
What time is the Neeraj Chopra javelin final in IST? The final session runs from approximately 11:00 PM to 2:15 AM IST on the night of 31 July into 1 August.
Where can I watch Neeraj Chopra live in India? On Sony Sports Network (TV) and SonyLIV (streaming).
Has Neeraj Chopra won the Commonwealth Games before? Yes — gold at Gold Coast 2018. He missed Birmingham 2022 due to injury.
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