Mirabai Chanu Wins Silver Medal at Weightlifting World Championship: India’s Olympic champion Mirabai Chanu made a triumphant return to the international weightlifting stage by clinching the silver medal at the World Weightlifting Championships 2025 held in Forde, Norway. The star weightlifter’s outstanding performance in the women’s 48kg category ended India’s three-year medal drought at the prestigious tournament.
Championship Performance Overview
Competing in the 48kg weight division, Chanu demonstrated exceptional strength and determination by lifting a combined total of 199kg. Her performance included 84kg in the snatch category and an impressive 115kg in clean and jerk, marking a significant comeback after her fourth-place finish at Paris 2024 Olympics.
Despite facing challenges in the snatch segment with two failed attempts at 87kg, the Indian weightlifting champion showcased her mental toughness by successfully completing all three clean and jerk attempts at 109kg, 112kg, and 115kg.
North Korea’s defending world champion Ri Song-gum dominated the competition, securing gold with a commanding 213kg total lift and setting new world records in both clean and jerk (122kg) and total weight. Thailand’s Thanyathon Sukcharoen claimed the bronze medal with 198kg.
This silver medal represents Chanu’s third podium finish at the World Weightlifting Championships, adding to her gold medal from Anaheim 2017 and silver from Bogota 2022. The Tokyo Olympics silver medalist proved once again why she remains one of India’s most decorated weightlifters, following her recent gold at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships 2025.
Specifications – Mirabai Chanu’s Medal-Winning Performance
| Position | Athlete | Country | Snatch (kg) | Clean & Jerk (kg) | Total (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | Ri Song-gum | North Korea | 91 | 122 (WR) | 213 (WR) |
| Silver | Mirabai Chanu | India | 84 | 115 | 199 |
| Bronze | Thanyathon Sukcharoen | Thailand | 88 | 110 | 198 |
Final Thought
Mirabai Chanu’s silver medal victory at the World Weightlifting Championships 2025 reaffirms her status as India’s premier weightlifter and inspires millions across the nation.
Disclaimer
This article provides information about Mirabai Chanu’s performance at World Weightlifting Championships 2025 based on official sources. Results and records mentioned are accurate as per competition data. Readers should verify current rankings from official weightlifting federation sources.
