Nepal Advances to Women’s Kabaddi Semifinals with Second Consecutive Win

Nepal secured its second consecutive victory in women’s kabaddi at the Sixth Asian Beach Games 2026. In a Group B match held on Saturday morning, Nepal convincingly defeated Thailand by a score of 49-33. Nepal took a commanding 23-15 lead at halftime. Continuing their strong performance in the second half, Nepal extended their advantage to 26-18, sealing the match. Earlier, Nepal had also defeated Chinese Taipei.

Friday’s match between Nepal and Bangladesh was postponed due to rain and is now scheduled for Sunday, according to Nepal team chef de mission Ramkrishna Shrestha. Shrestha noted that the group winner will be decided after Sunday’s game, with the semifinals also set to take place on the same day. He added that reaching the semifinals guarantees Nepal at least a bronze medal. At the Sixth Asian Beach Games, only the women’s kabaddi and wrestling teams represent Nepal.