India's Kabaddi Teams Aim for Gold at Asian Games 2026

As the Asian Games 2026 unfold in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, India's men's and women's kabaddi teams are set to compete for gold medals. Meanwhile, PV Sindhu begins her singles campaign in badminton, aiming to lead the charge for India after unexpected exits in men's doubles. With a packed schedule featuring athletics, boxing, and squash, Indian athletes are poised for a day filled with potential victories. The excitement continues as the archery team and other sports also seek to add to India's medal tally. Stay tuned for updates on these thrilling competitions!

By Narendra Chaudhary Sep 26, 2026, 06:13 IST

Exciting Day Ahead for Indian Athletes at Asian Games

On September 26 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, both the men's and women's kabaddi teams from India are set to compete for gold medals, while two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu kicks off her singles journey in badminton. These events are among the highlights for India at the Asian Games 2026.

The Indian kabaddi teams will take on Iran in their respective gold medal matches at the Tokai Citizen Gymnasium. The women's final is scheduled for the morning, followed by the men's final in the afternoon, as reported by Olympics.com.

The men's team is striving for their ninth gold medal at the Asian Games, while the women's team aims for their fourth title.

In badminton, PV Sindhu will start her campaign in the women's singles, stepping up after the surprising exit of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty from the men's doubles.

Additionally, Lakshya Sen will compete in the men's singles, facing off against Singapore's former world champion, Loh Kean Yew.

In athletics, Gulveer Singh returns to the track after securing silver in the men's 10,000m, now competing in the 1500m heats with hopes of reaching the finals. Parul Chaudhary and Pooja will also participate in the women's 1500m final.

Tajinderpal Singh Toor aims for a third consecutive gold in the men's shot put, while Praveen Chithravel seeks to better his bronze medal performance in the men's triple jump final.

India's medal prospects also include the men's marathon, featuring Sawan Barwal and Kartik Karkera, along with finals in the men's and women's 400m events. Tejaswin Shankar, Jyothi Yarraji, and Animesh Kujur will compete in their respective qualifying rounds.

The archery team will commence their qualification rounds, looking to build on their success from the Hangzhou 2023 Asian Games, where they secured nine medals.

In boxing, Jadumani Singh Mandengbam, Kapil Pokhariya, and Priya Ghanghas will vie for spots in the quarter-finals.

Squash players Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh, who have already clinched medals by reaching the semi-finals, will aim to advance further. Anahat faces Japan's world No. 6, Satomi Watanabe, while Abhay competes against Pakistan's Irfan Muhammad.

Shooting events will continue with the women's 50m rifle 3 positions, and the Indian men's hockey team will take on the host nation, Japan, in a pivotal match as they seek a place in the semi-finals.

India will also have opportunities for medals in canoe sprint, fencing, and esports, with sailing joining the competition on Saturday.