Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025 in Dhaka — Big Moments, Scores, and Standings

The Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025 in Dhaka is not just a sports event — it’s a celebration of women’s strength, skill, and the growing global footprint of kabaddi. The host nation, Bangladesh, has made history by reaching the semifinals and securing their first World Cup medal. Meanwhile, India, the defending champion, remains a strong force as they head into knockout stage.

11/23/20254 min read

The 2nd Women’s Kabaddi World Cup is in full swing in Dhaka, and the action has already produced some big wins, tight matches, and a lot of excitement. The event is being held from 15 to 25 November 2025, at the Shaheed Suhrawardy Indoor Stadium in Mirpur. Bangladesh Kabaddi Federation+2Pro Kabaddi League+2

This is a historic moment for women’s kabaddi: it is the first time the Women’s World Cup is happening outside India. The Bridge+1 Eleven teams are participating: Bangladesh, India, Chinese Taipei, Germany, Iran, Kenya, Nepal, Poland, Thailand, Uganda and Zanzibar. Bangladesh Kabaddi Federation

Format and Group Stage

The tournament is divided into two groups (pools). The top two teams from each group will move on to the semifinals. Pro Kabaddi League

Every team plays a round-robin (i.e., each team faces every other team in its group). Pro Kabaddi League+1

Key Results & Scores

Here are some of the most important group-stage results so far: Pro Kabaddi League

Standings After Group Stage

Here are the current standings in each group, based on matches played, wins, losses and points:

Group A Standings (after all matches) Pro Kabaddi League

RankCountryPlayedWinsLossesPoints1India3306 points2Bangladesh3214 points3Uganda3122 points4Thailand2112 points5Germany3030 points

Group B Standings Pro Kabaddi League

RankCountryPlayedWinsLossesPoints1Iran4316 points2Nepal4316 points3Chinese Taipei3306 points4Zanzibar3122 points5Kenya3030 points6Poland3030 points

Because three teams in Group B ended with the same points (Iran, Nepal, Chinese Taipei), there is a tight race, and tie-breakers like head-to-head results or points difference might be important. Pro Kabaddi League

Bangladesh’s Historic Run

One of the most talked-about stories in the tournament is Bangladesh’s performance. As hosts, their team has delivered very well: after their win over Uganda, they also beat Germany and later defeated Thailand 40–31 to secure a place in the semifinals. Dhaka Tribune+1

This is a big deal for Bangladesh — by making it to the semifinals, they have secured their first ever World Cup medal in women’s kabaddi. Dhaka Tribune

Their semifinal match is set against Chinese Taipei, who were strong in their group. BSS

India’s Strong Campaign

India, the defending champions, have been dominant in this tournament. They won all their group matches and have shown great strength in both raids and defense. The Bridge

Their final group-stage game was against Germany, which they won 63–22, and they finished with an impressively high point difference. The Bridge+1

In the semifinal, India will face Iran, who topped their group. BSS

The Semi-finals & Road Ahead

  • Semifinal 1: Bangladesh vs Chinese Taipei BSS

  • Semifinal 2: India vs Iran BSS

These matches are scheduled for 23 November 2025 at the same venue in Dhaka. Pro Kabaddi League

The final is expected on 24 November 2025, where the winners of the semis will clash for the World Cup title. Pro Kabaddi League

Significance of the Event

This tournament is more than just a competition — it is a sign that women’s kabaddi is growing globally. Eleven nations are competing, showing how the sport has spread beyond its traditional strongholds. Pro Kabaddi League+2Bangladesh Kabaddi Federation+2

For Bangladesh, hosting the event has been a major opportunity. Their team’s success in reaching the semifinals and earning a medal will inspire a lot of young girls and future kabaddi players in the country.

For India, this is a chance to defend the title and continue their dominance in women’s kabaddi. Their performance so far shows they are serious contenders.

For other countries like Iran, Nepal, and Chinese Taipei, doing well in this World Cup helps them build their reputation and confidence in international kabaddi.

Key Players to Watch

  • Smriti Akter (Bangladesh): She played a critical role in Bangladesh’s win over Uganda, especially in defense and important raids. Dhaka Tribune

  • Nidhi Sharma (India): In the match against Germany, she was outstanding, scoring a high number of raid points. The Bridge

  • Ritu Negi (India): The captain, who also contributed significantly — including powerful raids and leadership on the mat. The Bridge

Challenges & What Could Happen Next

  • Pressure of the Home Crowd: The Bangladesh team has the weight of expectation. While they have played brilliantly, they now face a tough, experienced Chinese Taipei side in the semis.

  • India’s Big Test: Although India has been dominant, they cannot afford to underestimate Iran in the means semifinal. A single mistake could cost them.

  • Fatigue and Fitness: Playing several intense matches in a short span may test each team’s stamina and strategy.

  • Underdog Surprises: Teams like Nepal or Zanzibar might pull off surprises — the group stage has already shown that kabaddi surprises can happen.

Final Thoughts

The Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025 in Dhaka is not just a sports event — it’s a celebration of women’s strength, skill, and the growing global footprint of kabaddi. The host nation, Bangladesh, has made history by reaching the semifinals and securing their first World Cup medal. Meanwhile, India, the defending champion, remains a strong force as they head into knockout stage.

All eyes now turn to 23 November, when the semifinal matches will decide who reaches the final. If Bangladesh or India win their semis, the final on 24 November promises to be a thrilling showdown. Regardless of the results, this tournament is already a landmark for women’s kabaddi — raising the bar for future editions and inspiring more young women to step onto the kabaddi mat.

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