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Asian Games: Sanju Devi shoulders women’s kabaddi gold campaign

Standing nearly six feet tall, Sanju Devi proved pivotal for the Indian women's kabaddi squad during their latest international campaign at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. Serving as a crucial weapon during difficult raid situations, the tall athlete helped her side secure a narrow 37-34 victory against Iran, ultimately capturing the tournament gold.

Deputy coach Mamtha Poojari praised the player's high-risk style, noting her exceptional ability to turn matches around. Despite facing financial hurdles and undergoing shoulder surgery earlier in the year following a previous injury in Chhattisgarh, the twenty-four-year-old athlete successfully rebounded to deliver a stellar performance.

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