India Beat Iran 40-34 to Retain Asian Games Kabaddi Gold

India defeated Iran 40-34 in the men's kabaddi final at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya on Saturday, successfully defending their title and claiming a record ninth Asian Games gold in the sport. Trailing 17-18 at half-time, India produced a dominant second-half comeback, with Arjun Deshwal and Sumit playing pivotal roles. The women's team also beat Iran 37-34 to win gold.