Commonwealth Games 2018: A look at India’s gold medal prospects in Gold Coast

Ahead of the Commonwealth Games 2018, Hindustan Times takes a look at the Indians who could win gold medals in their respective events in Gold Coast.

As the stage looks set for the start of the Commonwealth Games 2018 in Gold Coast, here’s a look at Indians that Hindustan Times thinks could bag gold for the country. India have sent a strong 220-strong contingent to the 21st edition of the Games. Hit by a needle controversy but in high spirits nonetheless, the jumbo Indian contingent would be aiming to make it all good with strong medal-winning performances. World champion weightlifter Mirabai Chanu will be in focus for her high medal-winning chances but India’s high-profile shuttlers and boxers will also be watched keenly when they open their campaigns on Thursday. (SCHEDULE)

The Indian contingent during the country's flag-hoisting ceremony of the Commonwealth Games 2018 at Gold Coast in Australia on Monday.(PTI)

“All the best to the athletes representing India at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games! Our sportspersons have worked tremendously hard and the Games will be a wonderful opportunity to showcase their talent. Every Indian is cheering for our contingent,” said Prime Minister Narendra Modi.