India’s wrestling campaign at the Asian Games 2026 will be headlined by Sujeet Kalkal, Antim Panghal, and Olympic bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat, all of whom face challenging draws in their quest for continental glory.
Sujeet enters the competition in red‑hot form, aiming to continue his winning streak against some of Asia’s toughest opponents. Rising star Antim Panghal finds herself in the same half of the draw as China’s Zhang Jin, setting up a potential high‑voltage semifinal clash. Meanwhile, Aman Sehrawat, returning to the Asian Games after his Olympic success, faces a tricky path in the single‑elimination format.
The wrestling programme will be conducted in a one‑day format, meaning qualification rounds, semifinals, and medal bouts will all take place on the same day. This format demands peak fitness, mental resilience, and tactical sharpness, as there is little room for recovery between matches.
India’s wrestlers are expected to showcase grit and determination, with fans eagerly anticipating whether they can overcome the tough draws to secure medals for the nation.


