Mirabai Chanu Clinches Silver at 2025 World Weightlifting Championships
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Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu made a strong return to the global stage by winning the silver medal in the women’s 48 kg category at the 2025 World Weightlifting Championships held in Førde, Norway.
She posted a combined lift of 199 kg, with 84 kg in the snatch and 115 kg in the clean & jerk. Beyond the podium finish, Chanu set new national records in both the clean & jerk and total categories.
This marks her first world championship medal in three years, reaffirming her status among the elite weightlifters. In the context of her broader career, she remains a consistent performer for India, with prior accolades including an Olympic silver (Tokyo 2020) and success at Commonwealth and world-level meets.
Her resurgence is especially noteworthy given the shifting dynamics in weight categories and the increasing global competition. Chanu’s performance reflects both resilience and adaptability.
