Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026 Day 7: India Beat Sri Lanka 45–24, Finish Group Stage Unbeaten

The seventh day of the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026 delivered another exciting evening of international kabaddi in Ahmedabad, as six men’s group-stage matches brought the league phase to a close on October 29.

The biggest attraction of the day was the highly anticipated clash between India and Sri Lanka, with both teams entering the contest unbeaten. India produced a commanding performance to defeat Sri Lanka 45–24, securing the top position in Group A with a perfect record of six wins from six matches.

India Dominate Sri Lanka to Finish Group A on Top

India delivered an impressive all-round performance against Sri Lanka, winning the contest by a convincing 21-point margin.

With both teams already assured of qualification, the match was crucial in determining the final Group A standings. India maintained their composure, executed their attacking strategies effectively and controlled the contest to register a 45–24 victory.

The win confirmed India’s unbeaten group-stage campaign, finishing with 12 points from six matches. Sri Lanka finished second with five victories and one defeat, earning 10 points.

India now head into the knockout stage with strong momentum and confidence.

Day 7 Results: All Six Matches

The final day of the men’s group stage featured six exciting encounters, with teams fighting for their remaining qualification opportunities and final group positions.

Match Results – October 29

• Tanzania defeated England 36–27.
• Bangladesh defeated Scotland 70–20.
• Uganda defeated Nigeria 72–29.
• Canada defeated Singapore 45–38.
• India defeated Sri Lanka 45–24.
• Kenya defeated Australia 76–27.

Bangladesh registered a dominant 70–20 victory over Scotland, strengthening their position in Group B and securing qualification for the semi-finals.

Uganda also produced an impressive attacking display, defeating Nigeria 72–29, while Canada edged past Singapore in a competitive encounter.

Kenya concluded their group-stage campaign with a commanding 76–27 victory over Australia, maintaining their unbeaten record in Group B.

India and Kenya Lead the Men’s Group Standings

Following the completion of the group stage, the four semi-finalists in the men’s competition were confirmed.

Group A

• India – 12 points
• Sri Lanka – 10 points

Group B

• Kenya – 8 points
• Bangladesh – 6 points

India and Sri Lanka qualified from Group A, while Kenya and Bangladesh secured the two qualification spots from Group B.

Semi-Final Stage Awaits

With the group-stage action officially concluded, attention now shifts towards the knockout stage of the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026.

The semi-finals will bring together the four strongest teams from the men’s competition, with every match carrying the pressure of a place in the championship final.

India will look to continue their unbeaten run, while Sri Lanka, Kenya and Bangladesh will aim to challenge for a place in the final.

ADT Sports Verdict

Day 7 marked an important milestone in the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026. India’s convincing victory over Sri Lanka was the headline result, as the defending favourites completed an unbeaten group-stage campaign.

Kenya also demonstrated their strength with another dominant performance, while Bangladesh secured their place in the last four.

With the group stage completed and the semi-finalists confirmed, the championship now enters its most exciting phase. The competition is heating up, and all eyes will be on the knockout matches as the participating nations continue their pursuit of the historic Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship title.

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