# Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025 Day 2: Defending Champions India Dominate, Zanzibar Make History

URL: https://technosports.co.in/womens-kabaddi-world-cup-2025-day-2/  
Published: 2025-11-19  
Updated: 2025-11-19  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

The Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025 is heating up, and Day 2 delivered exhilarating performances as defending champions India stamped their authority with a crushing victory. From historic firsts to dominant displays, the tournament is proving why kabaddi remains one of Asia’s most thrilling sports.

## Kabaddi World Cup Day 2 Match Results at a Glance

| **Match** | **Teams** | **Score** | **Highlight** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Match 1 | **India** vs Thailand | 65-20 | Sanju Devi’s Super 10 (14 raid points) |
| Match 2 | **Zanzibar** vs Poland | 79-10 | Zanzibar’s first-ever World Cup win |
| Match 3 | **Bangladesh** vs Germany | 57-27 | Hosts continue unbeaten run |
| Match 4 | **Iran** vs Kenya | 42-10 | Iran secure second consecutive victory |

*Source: [International Kabaddi Federation](https://www.intlkabaddi.org/)*

## India’s Commanding Start

The Indian Women’s Kabaddi Team wasted no time announcing their title defense intentions. Within minutes of their opening match against Thailand, they inflicted an early all-out that shattered their opponents’ confidence. Thailand never recovered from the psychological blow.

Chhattisgarh’s **Sanju Devi** emerged as the star performer, delivering a scintillating Super 10 with 14 raid points. India’s raiders and defenders worked in perfect harmony, maintaining relentless pressure throughout the 65-20 demolition. The defending champions, who lifted the inaugural trophy in 2012 by defeating Iran 25-19 in Patna, sent a clear message to their rivals.

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## Zanzibar Creates History

The day’s most emotional moment belonged to Zanzibar, who recorded their maiden World Cup victory with a stunning 79-10 triumph over Poland. The historic win showcased the growing global reach of kabaddi and the determination of emerging nations to compete at the highest level.

## Bangladesh and Iran Continue Dominance

Host nation Bangladesh thrilled their home crowd with a commanding 57-27 victory over Germany, maintaining their perfect tournament record. Meanwhile, Iran demonstrated why they’re perennial contenders with a clinical 42-10 win against Kenya, securing their second consecutive victory.

## What’s Next for Team India?

India’s campaign intensifies as they prepare for three crucial group-stage encounters:

- **November 19**: vs Bangladesh (Hosts) – A blockbuster clash between two unbeaten sides
- **November 20**: vs Germany
- **November 21**: vs Uganda

The top two teams from each group advance to the semi-finals. With their explosive start and championship pedigree, India appears well-positioned to secure qualification. However, the Bangladesh match will test their mettle against passionate home support.

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Stay updated with [live kabaddi scores and match analysis at TechnoSports](https://technosports.co.in/) throughout the tournament.

## Tournament Context

Following Day 1’s impressive Asian dominance – where Bangladesh, Iran, Nepal, and Chinese Taipei secured convincing wins – the tournament pattern continues. Asian powerhouses are flexing their kabaddi supremacy, though the emergence of teams like Zanzibar hints at exciting future developments for the sport globally.

## FAQs

### **Q: When and where was the first Women’s Kabaddi World Cup held?**

The inaugural Women’s Kabaddi World Cup took place in 2012 at the Patliputra Sports Complex in Patna, India. India defeated Iran 25-19 in the final to become the first-ever champions, a title they’re now defending in 2025.

### **Q: How does the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025 qualification format work?**

  
Teams compete in group stages with the top two from each group advancing to the semi-finals. India must finish in the top two of Group A to progress, making their upcoming matches against Bangladesh, Germany, and Uganda crucial for semi-final qualification.