222 Indian Athletes Set to Shine at Asian Youth Games 2025 in Bahrain
The Asian Youth Games 2025, spanning 11 days from to , is more than just a continental competition. It’s the first event organized by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) and a crucial qualifier for the 2026 Dakar Summer Youth Olympics.
Indian Contingent: A Force to Reckon With
The Indian team, comprising 119 female and 103 male players, will participate in 21 different sports. Yogeshwar Dutt, london 2012
bronze medalist wrestler, leads the contingent as the chef-de-mission. The country’s largest-ever Asian Youth Games delegation is a testament to its growing commitment to youth sports.
- Largest contingents: Athletics (31), Kabaddi (28), Handball (16)
- Highest number of women players: Athletics and Handball
India’s absence from the 2013 Nanjing edition hasn’t dampened its spirits. In 2009, at the Singapore Asian Youth Games, India bagged 11 medals – 5 gold, 3 silver, 3 bronze.
Sports Galore: 28 Events Await India
The 28 sports on show in Bahrain include:
- 3×3 basketball
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Beach volleyball
- Boxing
- Camel racing
- … (and many more)
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Indian Prospects and favorites: Homegrown Stars to Watch
“Athletics and Kabaddi are our medal hopes, but we cannot discount the others. Our ultimate goal is to finish in the top 3 and qualify maximum athletes for the Youth Olympics.” – Yogeshwar Dutt, Chef-de-Mission, Indian Contingent.
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When and Where to Watch
Catch all the thrilling action in India on:
- Star Sports – Available on Cable, DTH, and Satellite networks
- Disney+ Hotstar – Live streaming and on-demand
Key Dates
October 19, 2025: Prelude – Some events kickstart before the official opening ceremony.
October 22, 2025: Opening Ceremony – Inauguration of Asian Youth Games 2025.
October 31, 2025: Closing Ceremony – Bringing down the curtains on a fantastic festival of sports.
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