Pooja’s Red Turnaround Propels India to Dominant Victory over Iran

In a decisive encounter at the 2026 Asian Games, the Indian women's kabaddi team overcame Iran 37-23, thanks in large part to a pivotal red scored by Pooja. The red, earned when India was trailing 10-6, sparked a comeback that saw the scores level at 11-11 before India surged ahead to 19-15 at the break. The second half featured disciplined defending and aggressive raiding, allowing India to stretch the lead to 26-21. Iran's attempts to rally, including a three‑point super red by Anaz Jobran, were insufficient, and India closed out the match with a solid win.