Team India's Golden Glory! Women's Kabaddi Team Overcomes Iran 37-34 In Asian Games Thriller
The Indian women’s kabaddi team secured the gold medal at the Asian Games 2026 after defeating Iran 37-34 in a thrilling Women’s Team gold medal match in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The defending champions held their nerve in a closely fought contest to overcome a determined Iranian side and add another Asian Games title to their impressive record. India entered the final with strong momentum after…
India's women's kabaddi team claimed the gold medal at the Asian Games 2026, defeating Iran 37-34 in a nail-biting final held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The defending champions maintained their poise in a hard-fought match to claim their fourth Asian Games title in women's kabaddi, following victories in 2010, 2014, and 2022. India entered the final with impressive form, having won all their matches including a 42-21 triumph over Bangladesh in the opening Group A match and a 37-23 victory over Iran in the group stage.
A commanding 48-24 win over Nepal in the semi-finals showcased the Indian team's dominance. The thrilling clash against Iran proved more intense, with both teams giving their all for every point. The gold medal match was a closely contested affair, with India securing a three-point victory over their rivals. The Indian team displayed great composure, capitalizing on Iran's attempts to challenge them and emerging victorious with a final score of 37-34.
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