India women win Kabaddi World Cup title, PM Modi sends wishes

India women’s team secured their second successive Women’s Kabaddi World Cup title in Dhaka, beating Chinese Taipei 35–28 in the final on Monday. India maintained excellent form throughout the tournament, winning all their group matches to reach the semi-finals, where they faced Iran. They continued their sensational form in the knockouts as well and defeated Iran 33–21 to secure a place in the final. On the other hand, Chinese Taipei had also enjoyed an unbeaten group stage and advanced to the final after overcoming hosts Bangladesh 25–18 in their semi-final clash. However, it was India who held their nerve in the summit clash and secured their second consecutive World Cup title.
Following their historic win, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also congratulated the team and said that the victory will inspire future generations to take up the sport.In a post on X, the Prime Minister praised the squad for their skill and determination. “Congratulations to our Indian Women’s Kabaddi Team for making the nation proud by winning the Kabaddi World Cup 2025,” he wrote, adding that the players had shown “outstanding grit, skills and dedication”. Modi also said the victory would encourage more youngsters to take up the sport.
A total of 11 countries participated in the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup, reflecting the expansion of the sport at the global level. Former India captain and Puneri Paltan Head Coach in the Pro Kabaddi League, Ajay Thakur also congratulated the team and hailed the progress of women's kabaddi in the world.