From 2-9 Down to Gold: Sujeet Scripts Wrestling Masterclass
What Happened
Sujeet Kalkal won the men's 65kg freestyle wrestling gold at the Asian Games 2026 after producing a remarkable comeback in the final against Tajikistan's Abdulmazhid Kudiev. Trailing 2-9, the Indian wrestler scored eight consecutive points, including a decisive takedown in the closing seconds, to secure a dramatic 10-9 victory. Earlier in the day, Sujeet also defeated reigning Olympic champion Kotaro Kiyooka of Japan in the semifinal, capping a sensational run to the title.
Key Takeaways
The gold is India's first wrestling gold medal at the Asian Games 2026 and further cements Sujeet Kalkal's status as one of the country's rising wrestling stars.