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- India defeated Bangladesh 42-21 in the women's kabaddi opening Group A match at the 2026 Asian Games.
- Sanju Devi led the Indian attack as the team secured a dominant victory at the Tokai Citizens Gymnasium.
- The win marks a successful start for India's campaign to defend their title.
- The team will face Iran in their next match on September 23.
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- India's upcoming match against Iran on September 23
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Telangana Today[1]
India begin Asian Games kabaddi title defence with win over BangladeshTelangana Today[2]
India begins Asian Games kabaddi title defence with 49–24 win over Japan
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Named India · Bangladesh · Japan · Iran · Tokai Citizens Gymnasium · Arjun Deshwal · Ashu Malik · Asian Games · Ayan Lohchab · Devank Dalal · Manisha Kumari · Pooja
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