India Women’s Kabaddi Team Wins Gold at Asian Games 2026
India Women's Kabaddi Team Wins Gold at Asian Games 2026
September 26, 2026 | Kabaddi Arena, Nagoya | Asian Games 2026
🥇 Gold Medal — Women's Kabaddi
India's Women's Kabaddi team defended their Asian Games title, beating Iran 37–34 in a thrilling final to retain gold!
India's Women's Kabaddi team delivered a nail-biting performance to retain their Asian Games crown, defeating Iran 37–34 in the gold medal final on September 26. It was an intense contest, with Iran mounting a dramatic comeback to reduce India's lead to just one point at 27–26, before India held their nerve to seal the win.
Final Result
| Medal | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 🥇 Gold | India 🇮🇳 | 37 |
| 🥈 Silver | Iran 🇮🇷 | 34 |
Match Highlights 🇮🇳
India led 22–16 at halftime and looked in control, but Iran fought back brilliantly to make it a one-point game. Key raiders Sanju Devi and Pooja delivered clutch performances to rebuild India's lead when it mattered most. A crucial tackle in the final minute settled the contest in India's favour.
This gold marks India's continued dominance in Asian Games Kabaddi — a sport they have traditionally owned at this level.
