On 27 April 2026, the Indian women’s beach kabaddi team won the gold medal at the Asian Beach Games in Sanya, China. India defeated Sri Lanka 47-31 in the final and secured its first gold medal at the 2026 edition of the Games.
Asian Beach Games
The Asian Beach Games are a multi-sport event for beach and water sports under the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). The 2026 edition in Sanya was the 6th Asian Beach Games, and the event resumed after a gap since 2016 caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Beach Kabaddi At The Games
Beach kabaddi is a contact sport played on sand and follows the basic structure of kabaddi with modified conditions for beach competition. India won its sixth consecutive women’s beach kabaddi title at the Asian Beach Games in 2026.
India’s Match Results
- India defeated Bangladesh 50-31 in the semi-final of the 2026 women’s beach kabaddi event.
- India defeated Sri Lanka 47-31 in the final at Sanya, China.
The Olympic Council of Asia organises the Asian Beach Games. The 2026 edition was held in Sanya, China.
Last Modified: April 27, 2026