Indian Wrestler Aman Sahravat Clinches Gold at 2026 Asian Games

Nagoya, October 3 (Daily Kiran) : Indian wrestler Aman Sahravat has made headlines by securing a gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games held in Nagoya. Competing in the 57-kilogram freestyle category, Aman delivered an outstanding performance in the finals.

In a thrilling match, he triumphed over world champion Chong-Song with a score of 11-7. This victory marks Aman’s second consecutive medal at the Asian Games; he previously won a bronze in the last edition. This year, he successfully upgraded his medal color, contributing to India’s tally with the country’s second gold in wrestling at these Games. Earlier, Sujeet Kalkal also claimed gold in a freestyle event.

The final was fiercely contested, with Aman initially taking the lead. After an injury break, he showcased increased aggression, extending his lead to 6-1. However, Chong-Song made a comeback, not only erasing Aman’s advantage but also taking the lead himself.

In the last minute of the match, Aman turned the tide once again. He executed a brilliant move against Chong-Song, securing crucial points that propelled him ahead. This decisive maneuver allowed Aman to clinch the match with an 11-7 victory.

Aman’s journey to the finals was marked by impressive wins. He began the day with a commanding 20-9 victory over Japan’s Yamato Ogawa, followed by a 12-1 win against Kazakhstan’s Nurdant Aitanov in the quarterfinals. In the semifinals, he faced Tajikistan’s Ayal Belolyuubsky, initially trailing 2-6 after the first round. However, he made a remarkable comeback, scoring 12 points while conceding only two, ultimately winning 14-8.