Iran produced a commanding performance to secure their place in the semi-finals of the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup, dismantling Nepal 39–11 in a one-sided contest at the Shaheed Sohrawardy Indoor Stadium in Mirpur on Saturday.
From the very outset, Iran took complete control of the match. Their defensive discipline and sharp raiding left Nepal struggling to settle, and within the opening six minutes Iran forced an all-out, establishing an early 10–1 advantage. The 2012 World Cup runners-up continued to dictate the pace, and by the 12th minute, Nepal had been all-out for the second time. Iran carried a commanding 24–3 lead into half-time.
Half-Time Score
| Team | Points |
|---|---|
| Iran | 24 |
| Nepal | 3 |
This victory marked Iran’s return to winning ways after suffering a setback in their previous group match against Chinese Taipei. Prior to that loss, they had enjoyed three consecutive wins, demonstrating strong form throughout the tournament.
The second half followed a similar pattern, though Iran—already assured of victory—chose to play with greater caution, avoiding unnecessary risks. Their focus shifted towards maintaining control rather than chasing an inflated scoreline. Even so, Iran added another 15 points, comfortably sealing the match. Nepal, meanwhile, managed to collect only 8 points in the latter half, far from enough to challenge the dominant Iranian side.
Full Match Scorecard
| Category | Iran | Nepal |
|---|---|---|
| Total Points | 39 | 11 |
| First Half | 24 | 3 |
| Second Half | 15 | 8 |
| All-Outs Forced | 2 | 0 |
With this emphatic victory, Iran move confidently into the semi-finals, carrying not only strong momentum but also the ambition to replicate or even surpass their runner-up finish from 2012. Their disciplined, tactically mature display suggests they remain one of the major contenders for the title this year.