Which Teams Made It to the Quarterfinals in the Women’s Sr Kabaddi Nationals?
Synopsis
The knockout stage of the 72nd Women’s Senior National Kabaddi Championship is underway, with top teams like Indian Railways and Haryana showcasing their skills in thrilling pre-quarterfinals. As the competition heats up, find out which teams have secured their spots in the quarterfinals and what to expect in the upcoming matches.
Key Takeaways
Indian Railways continues to show strong form in the tournament.
Haryana's impressive performance secures their place in the quarters.
Key players like Karthika R. are making significant impacts.
The competition is heating up as the quarterfinals approach.
Women's kabaddi is gaining recognition and support across the nation.
Hyderabad, Jan 29 (NationPress) The knockout stage of the 72nd Women’s Senior National Kabaddi Championship commenced at the G.M.C Balayogi Stadium in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, following the conclusion of the league phase. Several teams secured their places in the quarterfinals through the pre-quarterfinals round.
At the end of the group stage, Indian Railways, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, Vidarbha, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Rajasthan progressed to the pre-quarterfinals, leading to an exhilarating evening of knockout matches.
In the pre-quarterfinals, Indian Railways triumphed over Karnataka with a score of 46–27, while Maharashtra narrowly defeated Goa 42–36. Madhya Pradesh achieved a 41–36 victory against Delhi, and Haryana showcased a dominant performance by defeating Vidarbha 50–19.
Chandigarh clinched their quarterfinal berth with a 45–39 win against Uttar Pradesh. Tamil Nadu completed the list of qualifiers, edging out Rajasthan with a 34–30 victory. Punjab and Himachal Pradesh also moved to the quarterfinals—Punjab overcame hosts Telangana 42–25 in Pre-Quarterfinal 7, and Himachal Pradesh triumphed over Gujarat 67–22 in Pre-Quarterfinal 8.
Karthika R. from Tamil Nadu continued her impressive form with consistent raiding throughout the league. Meanwhile, Bhumika from Uttarakhand and Chhaya from Chhattisgarh emerged as standout attackers during the matches. In defense, Monika from Chandigarh excelled with a high success rate in tackles, while Ghadhavi Sabhai of Gujarat and Muskan Sharma of Madhya Pradesh also made significant contributions.
Day 2 of the competition on Wednesday saw a blend of commanding performances and closely contested matches across all eight pools. Indian Railways established their dominance in Pool A with decisive victories over Jammu & Kashmir (88–12) and Delhi (54–21). In Pool B, Uttar Pradesh narrowly edged out Assam 37–27 before succumbing to Himachal Pradesh 34–21.
Pool C showcased strong performances from Telangana (50–16) and Rajasthan (76–12) against Puducherry, while Pool D included notable outings from Goa (74–20 vs Jharkhand) and Haryana (52–26 vs Goa).
Maharashtra in Pool E secured a comfortable 57–20 victory over Vidarbha. Pool F featured a competitive clash, with Punjab narrowly defeating Bihar 39–31, while Pool G delivered one of the tightest contests of the day, as Gujarat edged out Odisha 29–26. Pool H concluded with Madhya Pradesh registering a solid 48–23 win against Andhra Pradesh.
The confirmed lineup for the quarterfinals, scheduled for later on Thursday, is:
QF1: Indian Railways vs Maharashtra
QF2: Madhya Pradesh vs Haryana
QF3: Chandigarh vs Tamil Nadu
QF4: Punjab vs Himachal Pradesh
The semifinals and finals of the 72nd Women’s Senior National Kabaddi Championship are set to take place on January 30.
Point of View
The 72nd Women’s Senior National Kabaddi Championship showcases the remarkable talent and spirit of women athletes across India. As teams compete fiercely, the event not only promotes kabaddi but also emphasizes the importance of women's sports, encouraging more participation at all levels.
NationPress
11 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the knockout stage of the championship begin?
The knockout stage began on January 29 at the G.M.C Balayogi Stadium in Hyderabad.
Which teams qualified for the quarterfinals?
Teams like Indian Railways, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Punjab qualified for the quarterfinals.
What are the quarterfinal matchups?
The quarterfinal matchups include Indian Railways vs Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh vs Haryana, Chandigarh vs Tamil Nadu, and Punjab vs Himachal Pradesh.
When will the semifinals and finals take place?
The semifinals and finals are scheduled for January 30.
Who are some standout players in the tournament?
Karthika R. from Tamil Nadu and Monika from Chandigarh have been notable performers.
