Bangladesh secured bronze at the Women's Kabaddi World Cup after Chinese Taipei eliminated the hosts 25-18 during semifinal action at Shaheed Suhrawardi Indoor Stadium. The visitors from Group B maintained a narrow 9-8 advantage through the opening period before executing superior raid tactics to pull away decisively in the latter stages.
The accomplishment represents Bangladesh's maiden medal at a global women's competition, following earlier triumphs against Uganda, Kenya and Thailand that propelled them into the knockout rounds. India advanced to contest the championship against Chinese Taipei after defeating Iran 33-21 in the alternate semifinal clash, setting up a title match between the defending titlists and the Group B winners, while Bangladesh celebrates its breakthrough podium placement.
The accomplishment represents Bangladesh's maiden medal at a global women's competition, following earlier triumphs against Uganda, Kenya and Thailand that propelled them into the knockout rounds. India advanced to contest the championship against Chinese Taipei after defeating Iran 33-21 in the alternate semifinal clash, setting up a title match between the defending titlists and the Group B winners, while Bangladesh celebrates its breakthrough podium placement.
