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KIBG 2025: Haryana, Delhi Upset Manipur To Clinch Gold Medals In Sepak Takraw Team Finals
The Khelo India Beach Games: Haryana and Delhi pulled off stunning victories over traditional Sepak Takraw powerhouse Manipur in the women's and men's trio team finals respectively at Khelo India Beach Games 2025 on Wednesday.
At the beautiful Ghoghla beach, both finals witnessed an hour-long break due to rain.
In the women’s final, Haryana clinched a 2-1 win against the seasoned Manipur side — regarded as a stronghold of Sepak Takraw in India. Led by captain 20-year-old Monika, the Haryana women’s Sepak Takraw team brimmed with enthusiasm and youthful vigour to clinch the top honours. “I am very happy to get this win for the team and bag the gold. We knew they were strong but didn’t lose our upper hand,” said Monika after the match.
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