India Secures Double Gold in Lacrosse at Asian Games, Signaling New Momentum
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India's Lacrosse Triumph: Double Gold at Asian Games Signals New Momentum
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News18•13-02-2026, 13:30
India's Lacrosse Triumph: Double Gold at Asian Games Signals New Momentum
•Indian men’s lacrosse sixes team, led by Anudeep Reddy, clinched a historic gold medal, marking India’s first-ever Asian championship title in men’s lacrosse with a 9-2 victory over Iraq.
•The women’s lacrosse team, led by Sunita, also secured a gold medal with a commanding 22-5 win, completing a double-gold finish for India at the Asian Lacrosse Games 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
•Anudeep Reddy's experience as India’s first-ever men’s field lacrosse team captain contributed to the team’s composure and adaptability.
•India’s success was supported by the Lacrosse Association of India (LAI), under CEO Tausif Ahmad Lari and COO Saurabh Vetal, focusing on administration, logistics, and coaching.
•With lacrosse returning to the Olympics in Los Angeles 2028 in the sixes format, India’s double-gold performance strengthens its position and highlights growing potential in the sport.
