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India Sweeps Kabaddi Golds at Inaugural Commonwealth Championship
India dominated the first-ever Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship, claiming gold medals in both the men's and women's categories with commanding performances. The Indian women's team defeated Sri Lanka 35-15 in their final, while the men secured a decisive 54-20 victory.
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India cemented its status as a kabaddi powerhouse by sweeping the medals at the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026. The women's team opened the medal round with an emphatic 35-15 triumph over Sri Lanka, showcasing their technical prowess and tactical discipline on the mat.
Following the women's success, the Indian men's squad delivered an even more dominant performance in their championship decider, dispatching Sri Lanka 54-20 to claim the top prize. The substantial margin of victory underscored India's superiority in the ancient contact team sport, which has seen growing international participation in recent years.
The dual gold medals mark a significant milestone for Indian kabaddi, as the sport gains recognition at the Commonwealth level. India's comprehensive victories across both categories reinforce the nation's traditional dominance in a sport deeply rooted in its cultural heritage and widely played across the subcontinent.
The Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship represents an expansion of international competition for the sport beyond its traditional strongholds. The tournament's inaugural edition has provided a competitive platform for regional nations to showcase their kabaddi programs on a Commonwealth stage.