Thai Men's Kabaddi Team Wins Bronze at Asian Games
Thailand's men's kabaddi team secured a historic bronze medal at the Asian Games in Japan after losing to India in the semi-final, marking the team's first podium finish in the sport.
Thailand's men's kabaddi team fell to India 28-66 in the semi-final of the 20th Asian Games at Tokai Citizen Gymnasium in Japan on September 25. The opening quarter was closely contested, with Thailand keeping pace and trailing 29-37, but India—an eight-time champion and reigning title holder—overwhelmed Thailand in the second quarter, pulling away to a 66-28 victory. India will now face the winner of the Taiwan versus Iran match in the final, their ninth championship final appearance in ten title contests. Thailand's bronze medal represents a historic first for the men's team in kabaddi, building on earlier achievements by the women's team, which won silver at the 2010 Asian Games and bronze medals in 2014 and 2018.
