India Advances to Semifinals of Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship

The Indian men's Kabaddi team has successfully advanced to the semifinals of the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship after a commanding 48-20 victory against Tanzania. With standout performances from players like Neeraj Narwal and Shubham Shinde, India demonstrated their strength in both raiding and defense. The team is set to face Sri Lanka in their final group stage match before the semifinals. This article delves into the match highlights and key player performances that led to India's success.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 27, 2026, 23:04 IST

India Secures Semifinal Spot

In Ahmedabad, Gujarat, the Indian men's Kabaddi team clinched a spot in the semifinals of the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship by defeating Tanzania decisively with a score of 48-20 at the Veer Savarkar Stadium. The Indian squad showcased a remarkable performance, accumulating 30 points from raids and 10 from tackles, while executing six all-outs against their opponents. In contrast, Tanzania managed to secure 15 points from raids and five from tackles, without achieving any all-outs.

Key Players and Match Insights

Neeraj Narwal was instrumental in India's success, leading the raiding with 12 points from 16 attempts, which included six bonus points. Both Naveen Kumar and Shivam Patare contributed significantly, each scoring nine points. Naveen achieved his nine points from 11 raids, while Patare matched this with nine points from the same number of raids. On the defensive front, Shubham Shinde stood out with five tackle points, supported by Deepak with three and Pravesh Malik with two.

Tanzania's Efforts and Future Matches

Juma Sultania emerged as Tanzania's key player, scoring 13 points from 20 raids, including nine bonus points. Despite his efforts, India's cohesive performance allowed them to maintain control throughout the match. This victory not only secured India's place in the semifinals of the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship but also set the stage for their next match against Sri Lanka on October 29 at 8:30 PM, with the semifinals scheduled for October 30 at 8:30 PM.