India Shines with Six Medals on Day 12 of Asian Games 2026

On Day 12 of the Asian Games 2026, India achieved remarkable success, winning six medals, including two silvers and four bronzes. Nitesh Siwach earned silver in wrestling, while Indian sailors excelled in the skiff events. The men's hockey and cricket teams also advanced to the finals, promising an exciting continuation of the games. With more events on the horizon, India is set for another thrilling day of competition.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 1, 2026, 23:35 IST

India's Medal Count on Day 12

On the 12th day of the Asian Games 2026 held in Aichi-Nagoya, India secured a total of six medals, comprising two silver and four bronze. Notably, the men's hockey and cricket teams progressed to the finals, showcasing their prowess on the field.

Wrestling Achievement: Silver for Nitesh Siwach

Nitesh Siwach earned a silver medal in the men's 97kg Greco-Roman wrestling category after a tough match against Japan's Yuri Nakazato. Siwach fell behind 0-2 early in the gold medal bout due to a penalty for passivity. Despite a strong defense, he couldn't overcome Nakazato's lead, which extended to 4-0 before the end of the match, resulting in a silver finish for the Indian wrestler.

Sailing Triumph: Silver and Bronze Medals

In sailing, the duo of Manu Francis and Prince Noble clinched a silver medal in the men's skiff event, finishing second with 23 points after nine races. Hong Kong took home the bronze. Additionally, Harshita Tomar and Shital Verma secured a bronze in the women's skiff event, moving up after a disqualification of the original third-place team.

Bronze Medals in Squash and Archery

The Indian squash teams contributed two bronze medals. The women's team, featuring Anahat Singh, Joshana Chinappa, Tanvi Khanna, and Shameena Riaz, lost 1-2 to Hong Kong in the semifinals. The men's team, comprising Abhay Singh, Veer Chotrani, Velavan Senthilkumar, and Suraj Kumar Chand, faced a similar fate against Malaysia. In archery, Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru secured a bronze in the men's compound individual event, defeating Vietnam's Cong Duc Dang with a score of 149-144.

Sepaktakraw Team Advances to Semifinals

India's men's sepaktakraw team has guaranteed a medal by reaching the semifinals after an unbeaten run in the group stage. They achieved a thrilling 2-1 victory over Myanmar, coming back from an initial loss to secure their spot.

Men's Hockey and Cricket Teams Reach Finals

The day was highlighted by the Indian men's hockey and cricket teams both advancing to their respective finals. In hockey, India triumphed over Pakistan with a score of 4-3, thanks to a last-minute goal from Abhishek. In cricket, India defeated Sri Lanka by 124 runs, setting up a gold medal match against Pakistan.

Looking Ahead

As Day 13 of the Asian Games approaches, India is poised for another exciting day with opportunities for more medals in various sports, including archery, boxing, and hockey.