Weightlifter Mirabai to switch from 49kg to 55kg weight class at 2022 CWG

Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu, who won a silver medal at Tokyo Olympics in 49kg weight category, will compete in a new weight division, 55kg, at Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham. "There's a chance of getting four-five gold medals...that's why we decided...I'll move up to 55kg," said Mirabai. Notably, the 27-year-old is clean and jerk world record holder in 49kg event.