Sunil Kumar Leads India to Third Straight Group Win at Asian Games Kabaddi

Under the captaincy of Sunil Kumar, the Indian men’s kabaddi team recorded its third straight group‑stage triumph at the 2026 Asian Games. After opening with a high‑scoring win over Japan, the side continued its momentum by beating South Korea 63‑31, and then delivered a dominant performance against Bangladesh. The Indian raiders amassed 18 points and collected seven bonus points, while the defence forced two all‑outs. A tactical substitution in the second half—bringing Arjun Deshwali onto the mat—kept the tempo high, but Bangladesh’s late surge was insufficient to dent India’s lead. The result confirms India’s place in the semi‑finals and sets the stage for a potential medal run.