Asian Games 2026 Kabaddi is set to take place from September 21 to 26 in Aichi, Japan. The tournament will feature men’s and women’s kabaddi competitions, with India entering the event as the defending champion in both categories.
The kabaddi matches will be played at the Tokai Citizen Gymnasium. The group-stage fixtures are scheduled from September 21 to 24, followed by the semi-finals on September 25 and the medal matches on September 26.
This page includes the latest Asian Games 2026 kabaddi scores, match results, fixtures, points table, standings and medal winners.
Asian Games 2026 Kabaddi Schedule
The kabaddi competition will follow a group-stage format before moving into the knockout rounds.
- September 21-24: Group-stage matches
- September 25: Semi-finals
- September 26: Gold medal matches
The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals.
There will be no separate bronze-medal match. Both teams losing in the semi-finals will receive bronze medals.
Asian Games 2026 Men’s Kabaddi Groups
Ten teams are participating in the men’s kabaddi tournament.
Group A
- India
- Bangladesh
- South Korea
- Chinese Taipei
- Japan
Group B
- Iran
- Pakistan
- Nepal
- Thailand
- Malaysia
Asian Games 2026 Men’s Kabaddi Results
September 21 Results
The opening day of men’s kabaddi featured five group matches.
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Bangladesh vs South Korea | Bangladesh won 39-35 |
| Thailand vs Nepal | Thailand won 59-48 |
| India vs Japan | India won 49-24 |
| Pakistan vs Malaysia | Pakistan won 65-22 |
| Bangladesh vs Chinese Taipei | Bangladesh won 48-47 |
September 22 Fixtures
- Nepal vs Pakistan
- South Korea vs India
- Thailand vs Malaysia
- Bangladesh vs Japan
- Nepal vs Iran
September 23 Fixtures
- South Korea vs Chinese Taipei
- Bangladesh vs India
- Malaysia vs Iran
- Thailand vs Pakistan
- Chinese Taipei vs Japan
September 24 Fixtures
- Thailand vs Iran
- South Korea vs Japan
- Chinese Taipei vs India
- Nepal vs Malaysia
- Pakistan vs Iran
September 25
- Men’s Semi-final 1
- Men’s Semi-final 2
September 26
- Men’s Kabaddi Final
Asian Games 2026 Men’s Kabaddi Points Table
Group A Standings
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | SF | SA | SD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | 2 | 2 | 0 | 87 | 82 | +5 | 4 |
| India | 1 | 1 | 0 | 49 | 24 | +25 | 2 |
| Chinese Taipei | 1 | 0 | 1 | 47 | 48 | -1 | 0 |
| South Korea | 1 | 0 | 1 | 35 | 39 | -4 | 0 |
| Japan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 24 | 49 | -25 | 0 |
SF: Score For | SA: Score Against | SD: Score Difference
Group B Standings
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | SF | SA | SD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 65 | 22 | +43 | 2 |
| Thailand | 1 | 1 | 0 | 59 | 48 | +11 | 2 |
| Iran | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nepal | 1 | 0 | 1 | 48 | 59 | -11 | 0 |
| Malaysia | 1 | 0 | 1 | 22 | 65 | -43 | 0 |
Asian Games 2026 Women’s Kabaddi
The women’s kabaddi competition also begins on September 21 and features eight teams divided into two groups.
Women’s Group A
- India
- Iran
- Japan
- Bangladesh
Women’s Group B
- Thailand
- Sri Lanka
- Chinese Taipei
- Nepal
Asian Games 2026 Women’s Kabaddi Results
September 21 Results
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Iran vs Japan | Iran won 63-20 |
| Thailand vs Sri Lanka | Thailand won 40-28 |
| India vs Bangladesh | India won 42-21 |
September 22 Fixtures
- Thailand vs Nepal
- Iran vs Bangladesh
- Sri Lanka vs Chinese Taipei
September 23 Fixtures
- Iran vs India
- Japan vs Bangladesh
- Chinese Taipei vs Nepal
September 24 Fixtures
- Thailand vs Chinese Taipei
- Sri Lanka vs Nepal
- Japan vs India
September 25
- Women’s Semi-final 1
- Women’s Semi-final 2
September 26
- Women’s Kabaddi Final
Asian Games 2026 Women’s Kabaddi Points Table
Group A
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | SF | SA | SD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iran | 1 | 1 | 0 | 63 | 20 | +43 | 2 |
| India | 1 | 1 | 0 | 42 | 21 | +21 | 2 |
| Bangladesh | 1 | 0 | 1 | 21 | 42 | -21 | 0 |
| Japan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 20 | 63 | -43 | 0 |
Group B
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | SF | SA | SD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thailand | 1 | 1 | 0 | 40 | 28 | +12 | 2 |
| Chinese Taipei | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nepal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sri Lanka | 1 | 0 | 1 | 28 | 40 | -12 | 0 |
Asian Games 2026 Kabaddi Medal Winners
The Asian Games 2026 kabaddi medal winners will be confirmed after the finals on September 26.
| Medal | Men’s Kabaddi | Women’s Kabaddi |
|---|---|---|
| 🥇 Gold | To be decided | To be decided |
| 🥈 Silver | To be decided | To be decided |
| 🥉 Bronze | To be decided | To be decided |
| 🥉 Bronze | To be decided | To be decided |
The two teams that lose their respective semi-finals will both receive bronze medals.
India at Asian Games Kabaddi 2026
India is the defending champion in both men’s and women’s kabaddi after winning gold in both events at the Hangzhou Asian Games in 2023.
The Indian men’s team has been one of the most successful sides in Asian Games kabaddi history, while the women’s team has also established a strong record in the competition.
India’s men’s team is placed in Group A alongside Bangladesh, South Korea, Chinese Taipei and hosts Japan. The women’s team is in Group A with Iran, Japan and Bangladesh.
Where to follow Asian Games 2026 Kabaddi results?
Fans can follow this page for updates on Asian Games 2026 kabaddi live scores, results, fixtures, points table and medal winners throughout the tournament.
The results and standings will be updated as matches are completed.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Asian Games 2026 kabaddi start?
Kabaddi at the Asian Games 2026 is scheduled to begin on September 21, 2026.
When is the Asian Games 2026 kabaddi final?
The men’s and women’s kabaddi finals are scheduled for September 26, 2026.
Where will Asian Games 2026 kabaddi be played?
The kabaddi competition is scheduled to take place at Tokai Citizen Gymnasium in Aichi, Japan.
How many teams are playing men’s kabaddi?
Ten teams are participating in the men’s competition.
How many teams are playing women’s kabaddi?
Eight teams are participating in the women’s competition.
Who are the defending Asian Games kabaddi champions?
India won both the men’s and women’s kabaddi gold medals at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games.
