Asian Games 2026: India crush Nepal 48-24 to reach women's kabaddi final
India led 31-17 at halftime and stayed unbeaten in the tournament as it chased a fourth straight Asian Games women's kabaddi gold.
- On Friday, September 25, 2026, the defending champion Indian women's kabaddi team reached the Asian Games final after defeating Nepal 48-24 in the semi-final.
- India aims for its fourth consecutive Asian Games gold medal in women's kabaddi, a sport included in the Asiad roster since 2010 where the team has remained dominant.
- Commanding a 31-17 lead at halftime, Indian players Sanju Devi and Sonali helped establish dominance, while Nepal struggled to contain the Indian defense throughout the match.
- The final, scheduled for Saturday, pits India against the winner of the Iran-Chinese Taipei clash to contest for the gold medal.
- Joining the women's team in the final, the Indian men's kabaddi team also secured their spot after a 66-28 victory against Thailand.
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Asian Games 2026: Indian Men's and Women's Kabaddi teams storm into finals after dominant semi-final Wins
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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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