India's women's kabaddi team clinched their second consecutive World Cup title with a 35–28 win against Chinese Taipei in Dhaka. India emerged on top in a tournament involving 11 countries.
Unbeaten India were in classic form throughout the tournament. They had beaten Iran 33-21 to enter the summit clash. Chinese Taipei, on the other hand, beat hosts Bangladesh 25–18 in the semifinals.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the many who lauded the women's team for the remarkable achievement.'
"Congratulations to our Indian Women's Kabaddi Team for making the nation proud by winning the Kabaddi World Cup 2025! They have showcased outstanding grit, skills and dedication. Their victory will inspire countless youngsters to pursue Kabaddi, dream bigger and aim higher," the Prime Minister wrote on X.
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah also congratulated India for their second consecutive Kabaddi World Cup win.
"Moment of immense pride as our women's Kabbadi team scripts history. Congratulations to the entire team for lifting the Women's #KabaddiWorldCup2025. Your stupendous victory reiterates why India's sporting talent is second to none. All my best wishes for your future endeavors," Shah wrote on X.
Former India captain Ajay Thakur added: "Their dominant run to the final and then the trophy shows how much women's kabaddi has progressed in the last few years.
"It is also a testament to the global appeal of the sport, with Bangladesh hosting the World Cup, and I hope that this momentum continues in the years to come," he said.
In the league stage, India displayed their dominance with wins over Thailand, Bangladesh, Germany and Uganda.
It was India's second major title of the year, following their win at the Asian Championships final in March. The 2025 edition of the tournament is only the second time it has been held. The last iteration of it was held in Patna in 2012, with India coming out on top against Iran in the final in a tournament with 16 teams.