Asian Games 2026: India crush Nepal 48-24 to reach women's kabaddi final
India built a 31-17 halftime lead and stayed unbeaten as it seeks a fourth straight Asian Games women’s kabaddi gold.
- On Friday, September 25, 2026, the Indian women's kabaddi team defeated Nepal 48-24 in the Asian Games semi-final in Aichi-Nagoya, advancing to the final while remaining on track for a fourth consecutive gold medal.
- Unbeaten in the current Asian Games edition, India reached the semi-final after group stage victories against Iran, Bangladesh, and Japan; women's kabaddi has dominated Indian success since the sport debuted at the Asiad in 2010.
- Strong performances from Sanju Devi and Sonali helped India establish a commanding 31-17 lead at half-time. Despite a standout raid from Nepal's Ganga Ghimire earning four points, India maintained control to complete the comprehensive victory.
- Joining the women in the summit clash, the Indian men's kabaddi team defeated Thailand 66-28 in their last-four match, also defending champions and securing a 37-18 first-half lead.
- Scheduled for Saturday, the final matches will pit India against either Chinese Taipei or Iran in both events, with the women's team seeking to extend their historic gold medal streak.
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India's golden reign in kabaddi continues at the Asian Games. Both the men's and women's teams secured a spot in the final with impressive victories in the semi-finals. The women defeated Nepal 48-24, and the men defeated Thailand 66-28. Now, both teams are just one win away from defending their titles.
Indian women's kabaddi team sails into Asian Games final
Nagoya: The Indian women’s kabaddi team stayed on course for a fourth consecutive Asian Games gold after marching into the finals with a 48-24 triumph over Nepal here on Friday, September 25. The comprehensive win also kept the defending champions’ unbeaten run in the ongoing edition intact. India established a sizeable 31-17 lead in the … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories …
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Asian Games 2026: India crush Nepal 48-24 to reach women's kabaddi final
India's women's kabaddi team secured a spot in the Asian Games 2026 final by defeating Nepal. The match ended with a score of 48-24, showcasing the team's strong performance. India led 31-17 at halftime and maintained their advantage throughout the match. In addition to kabaddi, India had success in other sports, including shooting and hockey. The team will now compete for gold against either Chinese Taipei or Iran.
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