Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship: Sri Lanka Shine as Bangladesh Record Biggest Win on Day 3
The third day of the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship delivered emphatic victories, close finishes and standout individual performances at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex on Sunday. Canada, Sri Lanka and England claimed wins in the men’s competition, while Nigeria, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh came out on top in the women’s matches.
Sri Lanka provided one of the day’s most compelling stories. Milinda Chathuranga helped the men’s team hold off Uganda in a tense two-point contest, while Deshani led the women’s side to a commanding victory over England. Bangladesh’s women also made a major statement, overwhelming Scotland by 60 points in the final match of the day.
Men’s Kabaddi: Canada and England Dominate
Canada overpower Australia
Canada opened Day 3 with a decisive 74-28 victory over Australia, using a relentless raiding attack to take control of the match. The Canadian raiders collected 41 points, and the team inflicted five All-Outs, repeatedly putting Australia under pressure and limiting its chances to build a comeback.
Anmol Thakur led Canada’s scoring with 16 raid points, while Manpreet Singh added 15. Amandeep Ranote contributed seven points as Canada spread the scoring across its lineup. Australia managed 19 raid points, but struggled to match the pace and consistency of its opponents. The result underlined the value of sustained pressure in kabaddi: a team that can keep its raids productive and force repeated All-Outs can quickly turn a contest into a one-sided affair.
Chathuranga guides Sri Lanka past Uganda
Sri Lanka’s men faced a much tougher test, edging Uganda 36-34 in one of the closest matches of the day. Milinda Chathuranga was central to the victory, scoring 11 points, while Sabihan supplied nine. Their contributions helped Sri Lanka stay ahead in a contest that remained finely balanced until the closing stages.
Uganda’s Mulalira Daglas scored eight points and Sengendo Jimmy added six, keeping their team firmly in contention. Sri Lanka’s 22 raid points gave it an important attacking edge, while 10 tackle points helped the side contain Uganda’s scoring opportunities. With only two points separating the teams at the finish, the match highlighted how defensive discipline and composure under pressure can be just as important as headline-grabbing raids.
England cruise past Nigeria
England rounded out the men’s results with a 68-18 win over Nigeria. Anurajan Ragunathan led the English raiding effort with 11 points, and Alvin Jason added 10. England scored 34 raid points and inflicted five All-Outs, making it difficult for Nigeria to establish any rhythm.
Nigeria managed only eight successful raids as England controlled the contest from the outset. The scale of the scoreline reflected England’s ability to convert attacking pressure into repeated scoring runs, while also limiting the opposition’s opportunities to respond.
Women’s Kabaddi: Sri Lanka and Bangladesh Make Strong Statements
Nigeria defeat Singapore
Nigeria began the women’s programme with a convincing 43-20 victory over Singapore. Robert Moses led the scoring with 13 points, while Arako Charles contributed seven. Nigeria combined 21 raid points with 12 tackle points, creating a balanced performance at both ends of the mat.
Three All-Outs further strengthened Nigeria’s advantage. Singapore recorded only 10 successful raids and found it difficult to break through Nigeria’s defence or maintain a consistent scoring threat. The win gives Nigeria momentum as the championship continues, with its next challenge set against India.
Deshani leads Sri Lanka past England
Sri Lanka’s women produced one of the day’s most dominant performances, defeating England 65-16. Deshani topped the scoring with 14 raid points, while Hirushi and Nadeeka each added eight. Sri Lanka’s attacking game proved especially effective, generating 41 raid points and helping the side inflict five All-Outs.
England managed only 10 successful raids as Sri Lanka’s defence restricted its opportunities and the raiders continued to add to the lead. The result was a team-wide display of control rather than a victory built on one player alone, with Sri Lanka combining scoring depth, defensive pressure and strong match management.
Bangladesh post the day’s biggest win
Bangladesh closed the day with the most emphatic result, defeating Scotland 75-15. Brishti Biswas delivered the standout individual performance, scoring a match-high 23 points. Anzuara Ratry added seven as Bangladesh’s attack repeatedly found openings.
Bangladesh recorded 42 raid points and 15 tackle points, while six All-Outs helped stretch the margin. Scotland struggled to generate momentum, finishing with just nine successful raids. The 60-point victory was the largest of the day and showed how quickly a side can pull away when it combines effective raids with a defence capable of shutting down the opposition’s response.
India’s Next Kabaddi Fixtures
Attention now turns to India’s upcoming matches on Monday, October 26. India’s women are scheduled to face Nigeria at 6:45 PM, followed by the men’s fixture against Nigeria at 8:00 PM. Both matches offer a fresh test for the Indian teams as the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship moves into its next round of action.
Day 3 offered a clear snapshot of the tournament’s competitive range: Canada and England delivered commanding men’s wins, Sri Lanka prevailed in a close contest and dominated in the women’s event, while Bangladesh set the day’s benchmark with a powerful finish. As the championship progresses, raiding form, defensive coordination and the ability to handle pressure will continue to shape the race for results.
