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India Defeats Japan 49-24 in Asian Games Men's Kabaddi Opener

India Defeats Japan 49-24 in Asian Games Men's Kabaddi Opener

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THE BRIEF
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India defeated Japan 49-24 in their opening match of the men's kabaddi campaign at the Asian Games 2026 on Monday.

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Ashu and Devank led the raiding department while Sunil Kumar and Rahul anchored the defense as India secured a commanding 31-9 half-time lead.

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India collected additional medals through Himanshu and Rudrankksh in shooting and Suchika Tariyal in mixed martial arts alongside wins in boxing and table tennis.