India Finish Group Stage Unbeaten: Four Wins in Four at the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025

The defending champions have done it again. With a commanding 51–16 victory over Uganda, the Indian women’s kabaddi team wrapped up the group stage of the 2nd Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025 in Bangladesh with a flawless record.

Four matches, four wins, four dominant displays India have marched into the semifinals with authority, confidence, and the aura of a team determined to defend their crown.

The victory over Uganda on Match Day 5 (November 21) was not just another win; it was a statement of intent. Uganda, fighting to stay alive in the tournament, simply could not match the intensity, technique, and tactical sharpness of India, who controlled the contest from the opening whistle until the last raid. With this defeat, Uganda crashed out of the tournament, while India tightened their hold at the top of the table.

India entered the match having already beaten Poland, Thailand, and Chinese Taipei convincingly. Against Uganda, the goal was simple: finish the league stage undefeated and build momentum heading into the semifinals. The women in blue did exactly that.

The early exchanges saw India establish control through quick bonus picks, confident toe-touches, and perfectly timed hand touches. Uganda’s corner defenders struggled to contain India’s raiders, who were relentless on both the left and right flanks. Meanwhile, India’s defensive unit a mix of experience and young mobility delivered repeated strongholds and ankle taps, ensuring Uganda never found a rhythm.

By the halfway mark, India had opened up a sizeable lead, and the second half became an exercise in game management. Rotations were smooth, the raiders kept the tempo high, and the defenders ensured the opposition struggled even to cross the baulk line. Uganda found no answers to India’s suffocating defensive shape and multi-pronged attacking approach.

The final score, 51–16, reflects India’s total dominance and the gulf in class between the two sides.

A Perfect Group Stage: 4 Wins from 4

India’s league stage campaign has been exceptional. They have displayed consistency across all departments raiding, defense, fitness, and tactical adaptability. Some highlights from their group run include:

• A crushing opening win to set the tone
• A professional performance in the second match to build rhythm
• A high-scoring show against Thailand to seal qualification
• And now, a statement victory over Uganda to close the group stage

This is the mark of a team that knows its path and understands the demands of championship-level sport. Their ability to adjust to different opposition styles has been a key differentiator.

The Indian women have shown a perfect blend of speed, physicality, and game awareness. Their raiders are fearless, entering the opposition half with clarity of purpose, while their defenders are tactically sharp, working in perfect synchronization.

Two standout qualities define India’s campaign so far:

Depth in Raiding: India have not relied on a single star raider. Multiple players have contributed, bringing unpredictability to their lineup. This makes it extremely difficult for opponents to plan defensive strategies.

Wall-Like Defense: The tackling unit has delivered consistently across all matches from chain tackles to powerful thigh holds, the defenders have been ruthless. Their anticipation and footwork have been outstanding throughout the group phase.

For Uganda, the defeat confirmed the end of their World Cup journey. Despite showing flashes of energy, they were unable to break India’s structured and disciplined defensive approach. India’s early all-outs put Uganda under pressure, and from there, the gap only widened. But for India, the story couldn’t be more different. They finish the group stage as the only unbeaten team in their pool, showcasing why they remain tournament favourites.

With the group stage complete, India now get a well-earned break before returning to action in the semifinals on November 23. The extra day of rest will allow the team to recover, reset, and prepare for the knockout challenge ahead.

The semifinal will be a high-pressure contest one match away from the final, one match from getting a chance to defend their title. But given their current form, India will enter the semifinals with both confidence and momentum. India’s journey so far has been dominant, disciplined, and inspiring. They have showcased the qualities of true champions consistency, focus, and controlled aggression. As they shift their focus to the semifinals, one thing is clear:

India are not just participating; they are competing to win it all again. The chase for the World Cup continues.

Four wins down, two to go. The women in blue are ready to step into the knockout arena stronger than ever.

Next Stop: Semifinals.