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As the Asian Games 2023 kicks off, the Indian Kabaddi teams are geared up to add to the nation’s impressive medal tally. This year’s Kabaddi matches are set to captivate fans from October 2, promising intense action and fierce competition. Before the men’s team takes the stage, the Indian women’s team will showcase their skills, facing off against the formidable team from Chinese Taipei. The grand culmination of both the men’s and women’s Kabaddi competitions is scheduled for October 7.
In the realm of men’s Kabaddi, India will face a formidable challenge from Iran, as their players have played pivotal roles in various team competitions, notably in the Pro Kabaddi League. Iran holds the title of defending champions from the 2018 Asian Games, where they outperformed India in a thrilling showdown.
Viewers can catch all the thrilling Kabaddi action from the Asian Games 2023 through live telecasts on Sony Ten 1 HD/SD, Sony Ten 2 HD/SD, Sony Ten 3 HD/SD, and Sony Sports SIX HD/SD. For those looking to follow the Indian Kabaddi team’s matches, Sony LIV’s application and website offer a convenient platform to tune in and enjoy the games. So, Kabaddi enthusiasts can stay engaged and support their favorite teams as they compete on this exciting stage.
Asian Games 2023: Men’s Kabaddi groups
- Group A: India, Japan, Bangladesh, Thailand, Chinese Taipei
- Group B: Iran, Pakistan, Republic of Korea, Malaysia
Asian Games 2023: Women’s Kabaddi groups
- Group A: India, Chinese Taipei, Thailand, South Korea
- Group B: Bangladesh, Nepal, Iran
India Men’s Kabaddi Schedule
| Date & Day | Match details | Timings (IST) |
| October 2, Monday | Japan vs Bangladesh | 06:00:00 |
| October 2, Monday | Thailand vs Chinese Taipei | 07:00:00 |
| October 2, Monday | Iran vs Pakistan | 11:30:00 |
| October 2, Monday | Malaysia vs Korea | 12:30:00 |
| October 3, Tuesday | India vs Bangladesh | 06:00:00 |
| October 3, Tuesday | Chinese Taipei vs Japan | 07:00:00 |
| October 3, Tuesday | Malaysia vs Iran | 11:30:00 |
| October 3, Tuesday | Pakistan vs South Korea | 12:30:00 |
| October 4, Wednesday | India vs Thailand | 06:00:00 |
| October 4, Wednesday | Chinese Taipei vs Bangladesh | 07:00:00 |
| October 4, Wednesday | Iran vs South Korea | 11:30:00 |
| October 4, Wednesday | Malaysia vs Pakistan | 12:30:00 |
| October 5, Thursday | Thailand vs Japan | 07:00:00 |
| October 5, Thursday | India vs Chinese Taipei | 08:00:00 |
| October 5, Thursday | Bangladesh vs Thailand | 12:30:00 |
| October 5, Thursday | Japan vs India | 13:30:00 |
| October 6, Friday | Semi-final 1 (Bronze medal match) | 12:30:00 |
| October 6, Friday | Semi-final 2 (Bronze medal match) | 13:30:00 |
| October 7, Saturday | Final (Gold Medal match) | 12:30:00 |
India women’s Kabaddi schedule at Asian Games 2023
| Date | Match | Time |
| October 2, Monday | Bangladesh vs Nepal | 08:00:00 |
| October 2, Monday | India vs Chinese Taipei | 13:30:00 |
| October 2, Monday | Thailand vs South Korea | 14:20:00 |
| October 3, Tuesday | Nepal vs Iran | 08:00:00 |
| October 3, Tuesday | South Korea vs India | 13:30:00 |
| October 3, Tuesday | Chinese Taipei vs Thailand | 14:20:00 |
| October 4, Wednesday | Iran vs Bangladesh | 08:00:00 |
| October 4, Wednesday | India vs Thailand | 13:30:00 |
| October 4, Wednesday | South Korea vs Chinese Taipei | 14:20:00 |
| October 6, Friday | Semi-final 1 (Bronze medal match) | 07:00:00 |
| October 6, Friday | Semi-final 2 (Bronze medal match) | 07:50:00 |
| October 7, Saturday | Final (Gold Medal match) | 07:00:0 |
India Men’s Kabaddi Squad:
Pawan Kumar Sehrawat, Nitesh Kumar, Parvesh Bhainswal, Sunil Kumar, Nitin Rawal, Surjeet Singh, Vishal Bharadwaj, Sachin Tanwar, Arjun Deshwal, Aslam Inamdar, Akash Shinde and Naveen Kumar Goyat.
India Women’s Kabaddi Squad:
Akshima, Jyoti, Pooja, Pooja, Priyanka, Pushpa, Sakshi Kumari, Ritu Negi, Nishi Sharma, Sushma Sharma, Snehal Shinde and Sonali Shingate.
