Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship: Uganda Women Crash Semi-Finals; India and Sri Lanka Set for Epic Clash
Uganda women secure a semi-final spot as India and Sri Lanka prepare for a clash in the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship.
The road to the glory is now clear at the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. In a high-stakes day of action, the Uganda women's team secured their place in the final four, effectively ending Malaysia's hopes of progressing. This victory has locked in a thrilling semi-final lineup that promises high-octane drama on the mat.
The Women's Semi-Final Face-Offs
The battle for supremacy in the women's category is now set for October 30. The matchups are as follows:
- India Women (Group A Toppers) vs. Sri Lanka Women (Group B Runners-up)
- Kenya Women (Group B Toppers) vs. Uganda Women (Group A Runners-up)
Uganda's Dominant Surge
Uganda's ticket to the semi-finals was punched via a commanding 65-22 victory over Nigeria. The Ugandan side displayed clinical precision, scoring 44 raid points and 12 tackle points while inflicting four All-Outs on their opponents. Nalwoga Nahia was the star of the show, racking up 22 points, including nine crucial bonus points. Despite efforts from Nigeria's Arako Charles (8 points) and Robert Moses (7 points), they were unable to withstand the Ugandan onslaught.
Bangladesh's Heartbreak Despite Massive Win
In one of the most one-sided contests of the tournament, Bangladesh Women absolutely dismantled England with a staggering 79-13 scoreline. Sraboni Mollick delivered a masterclass performance, securing 27 points from 19 raids, including five bonus points. Brishti Biswas added 12 points to the tally. Bangladesh dominated every aspect of the game, scoring 48 raid points and 16 tackle points while forcing six All-Outs. However, despite this crushing win taking them to four points, it was not enough to secure a spot in the semi-finals.
Men's Competition: Powerhouses Assert Dominance
The men's division saw several teams strengthening their positions, with Sri Lanka officially sealing their knockout stage berth.
Sri Lanka and Kenya Maintain Perfect Records
Sri Lanka continued their flawless run in Group A by defeating England 50-22. Vidhuranga led the charge with 11 points, supported by Lakshitha (9 points), while Samarakoon remained impenetrable in defense with a 100% success rate on four tackles. Sri Lanka's victory ensures they move forward with a perfect record.
Similarly, Kenya remained unbeaten in Group B after a 49-20 victory over Canada. Stephen Adongo led the scoring with six points, while Reuben Njuguna anchored the defense with four tackle points. Canada's Manpreet Singh fought hard for 10 points, but the team struggled to find a rhythm, managing only 13 raid points in total.
Malaysia and Bangladesh Secure Big Wins
Malaysia delivered a crushing blow to Nigeria, winning 78-13. Ravichandran Sivabalan was in sensational form, netting 23 points from 18 raids. The Malaysian defense was equally strong, led by Sarmah with eight tackle points. The team inflicted six All-Outs to ensure a comfortable victory.
Bangladesh also registered a convincing 69-31 win over Australia. Golder Dipayon was the standout performer with 21 points from 18 raids, while Md. Liton Ali provided an all-round contribution of 14 points. Australia's Divjot Singh managed 12 points, but their defense was virtually non-existent, recording only one tackle point the entire match.
The Closest Fight of the Day
While most matches were one-sided, Uganda and Tanzania provided the most competitive encounter of the day. In a nail-biting finish, Uganda edged out Tanzania 35-28. Ibanda Derrick Sirivesiti led Uganda with 12 points, including a Super Tackle. Tanzania's Juma Sultania put up a brave fight with 13 points, but Uganda's ability to register three Super Tackles proved to be the difference.