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Asian Games 2026: Athletics Squad and Kabaddi Teams Lead India’s Medal Drive

Gulveer Singh targets a medal while Indian kabaddi teams aim for the finals as athletics action begins on Friday at the 2026 Asian Games.

India's track and field campaign at the 2026 Asian Games features shot putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor alongside athletes Murali Sreeshankar, Ancy Sojan, and Avinash Sable taking charge of the squad in the absence of Neeraj Chopra. The overall Indian athletics team has established an ambitious target of claiming over 20 medals, with Toor pursuing historical success in his discipline.

Distance runner Gulveer Singh enters medal contention during Friday's scheduled events on September 25. Simultaneously, India's men's and women's kabaddi squads are competing in key fixtures as both teams pursue victories to secure positions in the tournament finals.

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Why This Matters

With Neeraj Chopra absent from the roster, India's athletic performance relies heavily on senior competitors including Tajinderpal Singh Toor, Avinash Sable, Murali Sreeshankar, and Ancy Sojan. Delivering on the target of 20-plus athletics medals requires strong results across Friday's scheduled track and field finals, while the national kabaddi contingent seeks to solidify its position as a dominant force by qualifying for championship final matches.

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