India secures historic double capturing inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi crown

Securing a historic double, India’s national kabaddi squads dominated the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026 in Ahmedabad. Following a commanding 35-15 victory by the women’s side over Uganda, the men's team routed Sri Lanka 54-20 to claim the ultimate prize. Taking control early, captain Surjeet Singh and his squad dismantled the Sri Lankan defense. Aditya Shinde delivered a standout performance, logging a Super 10 with 10 raid points and four bonus marks. Bharat Hooda proved unstoppable in the second half, securing eight raid points without being tackled once. Defensively, Yogesh Dahiya locked down the opposition, registering a High 5 by executing five successful tackles flawlessly before the break. Overwhelmed by relentless pressure, Sri Lanka struggled to find momentum. While Maduwantha fought hard with six tackle points, their raiders faltered, managing merely 11 points overall. India forced four All-Outs during the match, completely neutralizing their rivals.

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Perfect tournament run

Reflecting on the triumph, Shinde praised the local crowd for their backing. "With more and more tournaments being held, it’s great for the people of Ahmedabad too, and we received so much support from them," he stated, noting that celebrations were already underway. Finishing the campaign flawlessly, the hosts won all eight of their fixtures. They amassed 380 points throughout the competition, ensuring no opposing side ever crossed the 30-point threshold against them. This decisive victory cements India's unmatched supremacy in global kabaddi, highlighting the sport's rapid international expansion across Commonwealth nations.

​​​​​​​With Inputs from Agency Threads and Image courtesy: ANI