Tokai, September 26 : India’s men’s Kabaddi team won the gold medal at the Asian Games on Saturday. India beat Iran in the final at the ongoing Aichi-Nagoya Games. The win gave India a record-extending ninth gold medal in men’s Kabaddi at the Asian Games.Key HighlightsIndia won gold in men’s Kabaddi at the Asian Games.India defeated Iran in the final.It was India’s ninth gold medal in men’s Kabaddi.The result extended India’s strong record in the event.The gold came at the ongoing Aichi-Nagoya Games.India Continue Strong Kabaddi RecordIndia once again finished at the top in men’s Kabaddi at the Asian Games. The Indian team produced a strong performance against Iran and secured the gold medal.The win has added another major achievement to India’s Kabaddi record at the continental event. India has now won nine gold medals in men’s Kabaddi at the Asian Games.Kabaddi has been one of India’s strongest sports at the Asian Games. Indian players have regularly competed for the top medal in the event.The latest gold also adds to the country’s medal tally at the Aichi-Nagoya Games. The team entered the final with a clear target — to win the gold medal.India Beat Iran in FinalIran were India’s opponents in the final. The Iranian team has also been a strong side in Asian Kabaddi.The final was expected to be a tough contest. Both teams had reached the last stage after strong performances in the tournament.India, however, finished the job and secured the gold medal.“India’s men’s Kabaddi team secured a record-extending ninth Asian Games gold medal.”The victory gave Indian players another chance to celebrate on the Asian Games stage. It also kept India’s strong record in men’s Kabaddi alive.Ninth Gold for IndiaThe latest victory is India’s ninth gold medal in men’s Kabaddi at the Asian Games. This makes the achievement a record-extending one.India has been a major force in Asian Games Kabaddi for many years. The sport has given the country several memorable moments at the continental event.The ninth gold also shows the long history of Indian success in the sport. Indian Kabaddi players have continued to compete at a high level against teams from across Asia.The result against Iran adds another chapter to that record.A Big Moment at Aichi-Nagoya GamesThe gold medal comes at the ongoing Aichi-Nagoya Games. The Asian Games bring together athletes from many countries and feature several sports.For India, the Kabaddi gold is another important result in the competition.The men's team had to deal with pressure in the knockout stage. A final against Iran also required focus and discipline.The players stayed committed to their plan and completed the campaign with the gold medal.The win will also be important for the Indian team as it looks ahead to future international events. Kabaddi continues to be a major sport for India, and success at the Asian Games remains an important target.India’s Kabaddi Journey ContinuesThe ninth gold medal strengthens India’s record in Asian Games men’s Kabaddi. It also highlights the depth and experience of Indian Kabaddi.The sport has a large following in India. Players from different parts of the country have helped build the sport over the years.The Asian Games have provided a major stage for these players to compete against the best teams in Asia.India’s victory over Iran means the team can now return home with another Asian Games gold medal.For the Indian men’s Kabaddi team, the result is another major achievement. The record-extending ninth gold also keeps India at the centre of Asian Games Kabaddi history.The victory in Tokai gives Indian fans another reason to celebrate. It also marks another successful chapter for India in one of its strongest Asian Games sports.Also Read : Asian Games 2026 Day 5 LIVE: Mirabai Chanu Wins Silver, Manu Bhaker Finishes Fifth
