India Beats Korea 63-31, Tops Asian Games Group
India Beats Korea 63-31, Tops Asian Games Group
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India’s attack produced 38 successful raid points compared with South Korea’s 23, while India also collected 17 bonus points, six points from all-outs and two from super tackles.
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Captain Sunil Kumar led an Indian side whose raiders and defenders included several familiar Pro Kabaddi League players; the match was played at the Tokai Citizens Gymnasium in Aichi.
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India had opened its title defense with a 49–24 victory over hosts Japan, giving it two wins from two matches in Group A before facing Bangladesh.
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South Korea’s 24–23 win over India in the 2018 group stage was followed by India’s semifinal loss to Iran, leaving India with a shared bronze while Iran won the gold; India later reclaimed the title by beating Iran in the Hangzhou final.
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India’s women’s kabaddi team was also competing in Group A and was scheduled to play Iran after opening its campaign with a win over Bangladesh.
India's men's kabaddi team crushed South Korea 63–31 in their second Group A match at the 2026 Asian Games, staying unbeaten and dominating their group. Outlook India reported that India led 34–14 at halftime after explosive raids and two all-outs, then added 29 more points in the second half to seal the dominant victory.
India's Raiding Prowess Overwhelms South Korean Defense
India's attack was relentless. The team produced 38 successful raid points while South Korea managed only 23. Outlook India noted that India also collected 17 bonus points and scored six additional points from two all-outs, showcasing their control of the match from start to finish.
Revenge for 2018 Asian Games Group Stage Loss
This victory holds special significance for India. South Korea handed India their first-ever Asian Games kabaddi defeat at the 2018 group stage with a 24–23 win. That loss led to India's semifinal defeat to Iran, forcing them to settle for bronze. India later reclaimed the title by beating Iran in the Hangzhou final.
India's Perfect Start to Title Defense Campaign
The defending champions opened their 2026 campaign with a 49–24 victory over hosts Japan in their first Group A match. Outlook India confirmed that India's second consecutive win puts them firmly atop their group with two matches still remaining. India next faces Bangladesh before their final group fixture against Chinese Taipei.
Captain Sunil Kumar Leads Star-Studded Kabaddi Squad
India's squad featured several familiar Pro Kabaddi League players under the leadership of captain Sunil Kumar. The match took place at the Tokai Citizens Gymnasium in Aichi. India's balanced approach—combining strong raiding with solid defense—overwhelmed South Korea throughout the encounter.
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