India's men's regu team win first-ever Sepak Takraw World Cup gold in Patna
India's men's regu team beat Japan 2-1 in the final of the ISTAF Sepak Takraw World Cup 2025 in Patna, Bihar, on 25 March 2025 to win India's first gold at the event.
Summary
India's men's regu (three-player) team won India's first-ever gold at the ISTAF Sepak Takraw World Cup on 25 March 2025, beating Japan 2-1 (11-15, 15-11, 17-14) in the final at the Patliputra Sports Complex in Patna, Bihar. India had beaten Iran 2-0 in the semi-final. The six-day event, held from 20 to 25 March, was hosted by Bihar for the first time. India finished with seven medals, up from five at the previous World Cup, and the Indian women's regu team won bronze after losing to Vietnam in the semi-final. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the contingent on 26 March.
Key facts
- Final
- 25 March 2025, Patliputra Sports Complex, Patna (Bihar)
- Result
- India beat Japan 2-1 (11-15, 15-11, 17-14)
- Event
- Men's regu (three-player)
- India's medals
- 7 (5 at the previous World Cup)
- Semi-final
- India beat Iran 2-0
- Host
- Bihar's first time hosting; 20–25 March
Practice MCQs 3 questions
Which country did India beat in the men's regu final of the Sepak Takraw World Cup 2025 on 25 March 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Japan
India beat Japan 2-1 (11-15, 15-11, 17-14) in the final.
In which city was the ISTAF Sepak Takraw World Cup 2025, where India won its first gold, held?
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Correct answer: B — Patna
The World Cup was held at the Patliputra Sports Complex in Patna, Bihar, from 20 to 25 March 2025; it was Bihar's first time as host.
How many medals did India win at the Sepak Takraw World Cup 2025 in Patna?
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Correct answer: C — Seven
India won seven medals, up from five at the previous World Cup, including the men's regu gold.