Indian Women's Wrestlers Secure 10 Medals at U17 Asian Championships

India's women wrestlers made a clean sweep at the U17 Asian Wrestling Championships 2026 held in Da Nang, Vietnam, capturing 10 medals in total. Their performance included 2 gold, 3 silver, and 5 bronze medals, displaying their expanded caliber in wrestling at the youth level.

Securing the gold medals for the Indian team, Diksha in the 43kg category and Garima in the 73kg class garnered impressive wins, underscoring the nation's rising prominence in the sport. Meanwhile, Nikita, Antra, and Taniya contributed to the silver medal collection, each demonstrating commendable skill against strong opponents.

The bronze medal matches saw robust efforts from Palak, Anamika, Akshra, Sakshi, and Manya, each earning a spot on the podium. Their victories against formidable competitors underscore India's depth and solid standing in Asian women's wrestling.

This medal haul highlights India's strength and consistency in age-group wrestling, enhancing its reputation as a significant force on the continent.

(With inputs from agencies.)