India’s kabaddi double! Men beat Iran to defend gold after women’s triumph at Asiad

At the Asian Games 2026, India celebrated a remarkable achievement with a golden double in kabaddi, clinching victories in both finals. The men’s team edged past Iran with a score of 40-34 in a thrilling match, while the women’s team secured their win at 37-34. These triumphs not only defended their previous titles but also bolstered India’s impressive overall medal tally to 28, securing a position in the top 10.

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