"Indian Men's Kabaddi Team Set to Compete in Asian Kabaddi Championship 2023 with Impressive Record"
The Indian men's kabaddi team has a remarkable record in the continental competition, having won seven out of eight titles so far. The only exception was in 2003 when Iran emerged as the champion. Fans can watch the live coverage of the upcoming Asian Kabaddi Championship 2023, which will be held in Busan, Republic of Korea, from June 27 to 30.
After a gap of six years, the continental championship is making its return, with six nations participating in the event. Alongside India, the teams from Iran, the Republic of Korea, Japan, Chinese Taipei, and Hong Kong will compete for the championship title. The matches will be live-streamed in India, allowing fans to follow the action closely.
The Indian men's kabaddi team will kickstart their campaign by facing Korea on Tuesday, while Iran and Chinese Taipei will clash in the tournament opener earlier in the day. The championship will follow a single-legged round-robin format, and the top two teams after the league phase will advance to the final on July 30.
As defending champions, the Indian team aims to maintain their dominance in the tournament. In the previous edition held in 2017, India defeated Pakistan 36-22 in the final to clinch the title. Throughout the history of the Asian Kabaddi Championship since its inception in 1980, India has been the most successful men's team, securing seven titles out of eight editions. Iran's victory in the 2003 edition remains the only exception to India's dominance.
The Indian squad for the Busan tournament consists of 12 skilled players, including prominent names from the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL). Leading raider Arjun Deshwal will spearhead the Indian attack, supported by seasoned raiders Naveen Kumar and Pawan Sehrawat. The defensive lineup features Sunil Kumar, Parvesh Bhainswal, Surjeet Singh, and Nitesh Kumar.
Notably, Fazel Atrachali, a star defender, will be absent from the Iran kabaddi team.
The Asian Kabaddi Championship 2023 serves as a precursor to the upcoming Asian Games, scheduled to be held in Hangzhou, China from September 23 to October 8.
Indian viewers can watch the Asian Kabaddi Championship 2023 live on the tournament's official YouTube channel, as there will be no live telecast of the event on any TV channel in India.
For the full schedule and specific start times of India's matches, fans can refer to the Asian Kabaddi Championship 2023 information. The Indian squad comprises talented players such as Arjun Deshwal, Naveen Kumar, Sachin, Aslam Inamdar, Mohit Goyat, Sunil Kumar, Parvesh Bhainswal, Nitin Rawal, Nitesh Kumar, Surjeet Singh, Vishal Bhardwaj, and Pawan Sehrawat. Vijay Malik and Shubham Shinde serve as stand-by players, with coaching provided by Ashan Kumar and Sanjeev Kumar, and Bhaskaran Edachery as the team's manager.
Date | Matches | Time |
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June 27, Tuesday | Chinese Taipei vs Iran | 6:30 AM |
June 27, Tuesday | India vs Korea | 10:30 PM |
June 27, Tuesday | Japan vs Hong Kong | 11:30 AM |
June 27, Tuesday | India vs Chinese Taipei | 12:30 PM |
June 28, Wednesday | Hong Kong vs Iran | 6:30 AM |
June 28, Wednesday | Korea vs Japan | 7:30 AM |
June 28, Wednesday | Chinese Taipei vs Hong Kong | 10:30 AM |
June 28, Wednesday | India vs Japan | 11:30 AM |
June 28, Wednesday | Korea vs Iran | 12:30 PM |
June 29, Thursday | Chinese Taipei vs Japan | 6:30 AM |
June 29, Thursday | Korea vs Hong Kong | 7:30 AM |
June 29, Thursday | India vs Iran | 10:30 AM |
June 29, Thursday | Chinese Taipei vs Korea | 11:30 AM |
June 30, Friday | Japan vs Iran | 6:30 AM |
June 30, Friday | India vs Hong Kong | 7:30 AM |
June 30, Friday | Final | 10:30 AM |
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