By Sachit Subba • Other Sports • Apr 23, 2026 14:45 PM • 88 views
Nepal's women's kabaddi team defeated Chinese Taipei 48-32 at the 6th Asian Beach Games, earning its first win over a higher-ranked team. Despite being underdogs, Nepal showed tactical discipline and effective raiding to establish themselves as Group B contenders.
Nepal built an early 26-13 halftime lead, exciting their supporters. Although Chinese Taipei rallied in the second half, Nepal's poise held. Their final tackles sparked celebration and showed their resilience.
The significance of the match was underscored by the high-level support present in Sanya. Prior to the clash, Nepal Olympic Committee President Jeevan Ram Shrestha told the team, "Your hard work and unity bring pride to Nepal—give your best on the field." General Secretary Rajiv Shrestha added, "We believe in your abilities. Play with confidence and represent the nation with honour." Following the final whistle, the leadership described the win as a significant statement on the continental stage. Nepal will next face Bangladesh this Friday in a crucial group-stage match with semi-final implications.
