Asian Games 2026: Sujeet Kalkal Scripts Stunning Comeback From 2-9 Down To Win Wrestling Gold, Ends India's 8-Year Wait | Watch
Aichi-Nagoya: Indian wrestler Sujeet Kalkal secured a historic gold medal at the ongoing Asian Games 2026, defeating Tajikistan's Abdulmazhid Kudiev in the men's freestyle 65kg final at Aichi-Nagoya on Friday. Wrestling: Sujeet Kalkal wins GOLD in men's freestyle 65kg Sujeet was 2-9 down with a minute and 40 seconds to go in the bout. He had one last takedown left in him. With eleven seconds to…
Indian wrestler Sujeet Kalkal delivered an extraordinary comeback at the Asian Games 2026, surging from a 2-9 deficit with just a minute and 40 seconds remaining to claim a historic gold medal. Kalkal was facing Tajikistan's Abdulmazhid Kudiev in the men's freestyle 65kg final when he trailed by a significant margin. However, Kalkal, a seasoned wrestler, showcased his prowess with strategic takedowns, ultimately securing the victory with 11 seconds left on the clock.
This marked India's first wrestling gold medal at the Asiad since Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat's triumph in 2018. It also brought India's total medals at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games to 75, including 15 golds, 25 silvers, and 35 bronzes. Kalkal's performance was nothing short of stellar, as he put on an exceptional display of wrestling prowess, leaving a lasting impression on the global stage.
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