Defending champions India kept their flawless run intact at the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025 as they overpowered hosts Bangladesh 43-18 in a commanding IND vs BAN clash on Match Day 3. With two wins now, India sit firmly at the top of Group A and strengthen their credentials as favourites to reach the knockout rounds.
India Take Early Control
From the opening whistle, India stamped their authority on the contest. Their defensive line, led by well-coordinated corners and covers, offered very little room to the Bangladesh team to score raid points.
The raiders of India rotated seamlessly, putting pressure continuously to pick up bonus points and touches at regular intervals. An early all-out widened the gap, and India only intensified their dominance as the match progressed.
Backed by their home crowd, Bangladesh struggled to match the tactical discipline and experience of India. The hosts showed flashes of resistance at times but the anticipation, sharp tackles, and unity of India always managed to keep them from building any consistent momentum. Leading into halftime, India held a commanding lead built on defensive structure and efficient raiding.
Second-Half Brilliance: Complete Control From India
The second half was a mirror image of India’s dominance in the first half. Their raiders mixed and matched their combinations and pace, while the defence produced textbook chain tackles and ankle holds that snuffed out the Bangladesh comeback hopes.
Every offensive foray from Bangladesh was met by swift responses from India and clinical support tackles, all timed to perfection. Scaling it up with another late all-out, India sealed a dominant 43-18 win proof of their depth, balance, and championship mentality.
Match Day 3: Other Key Results
Match Day 3 also produced some great results in both groups of the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025:
Iran overwhelmed Zanzibar 51-15 to keep their unbeaten run in Group B.
Thailand managed to beat Uganda 51-37, keeping them competitive in Group A.
Nepal defeated Poland 63-25, taking a strong position in Group B.
Chinese Taipei defeated Nepal 31-15, adding further complexity to Group B standings.
These results underline the increasing competitiveness of the tournament, as emerging nations challenge the long-established kabaddi powers.
Updated Points Table: After Match 13
Group A
India: 2 wins in 2 games, excellent +70 score difference
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Bangladesh: 4 points from 3 matches: slipping under pressure
Thailand: 1 win, 1 loss, still strong contenders
Germany & Uganda: Winless but aiming to bounce back
Group B
Iran: 3 wins in 3, with a remarkable score difference of +112.
Nepal and Chinese Taipei: Locked on 4 points each
Zanzibar, Kenya, Poland: Need strong finishes to stay alive
What’s next for India?
The Indian team will take on Germany in their next Group A match. Clear favourites to win the match, India look to keep the momentum going into the knockouts as well as working on their combinations. A win here would virtually ensure top of the group position.
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