Asian Archery Championships: India clinch double gold in compound; men’s team settle for silver

Updated: November 14, 2025 05:13

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India struck gold twice at the Asian Archery Championships in Dhaka, with the compound women’s team edging South Korea and the mixed pair beating hosts Bangladesh. The men’s compound team missed the top podium by a single point to Kazakhstan, rounding off a strong medal haul that showcased depth and nerve.

India’s compound archers deliver under pressure

India’s compound lineup produced a standout day, converting tight finals into titles. The women’s team—Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Deepshikha, and Prithika Pradeep—pipped South Korea 236–234, while the mixed duo of Abhishek Verma and Deepshikha defeated Bangladesh 153–151. The men—Verma, Prathamesh Fuge, and Sahil Jadhav—fell 229–230 to Kazakhstan in a nail-biting finish.

Key highlights from Dhaka

Women’s compound team strike gold:

India beat South Korea 236–234, with consistent, high-precision ends (including 59s) sealing the title in a pressure-packed finish.

Mixed compound team add second gold:

Abhishek Verma and Deepshikha overcame hosts Bangladesh 153–151, holding their nerve in the closing arrows to secure India’s second top podium of the day.

Men’s compound team win silver:

India lost by a solitary point to Kazakhstan, 229–230, after a closely fought gold-medal match that swung on fine margins.

Individual brilliance bolsters team success:

Jyothi Surekha Vennam capped her run with women’s individual gold, underscoring India’s leadership in compound categories and converting form into medals across events.

Semifinal momentum set the stage:

The mixed team advanced after a strong semifinal win over Kazakhstan (156–153), while team events built confidence with steady scoring through each end.

Medal tally signals sustained dominance:

Across compound events, India’s results reflect depth, bench strength, and performance cohesion—critical as margins tighten at continental level.

What the results mean

India’s compound program continues to show elite consistency—combining technical accuracy, temperament in late ends, and experienced anchors like Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Abhishek Verma. The near-miss in the men’s final is a reminder that one-point swings are common at the top tier; the broader takeaway is India’s reliable podium presence in compound archery.

Sources: The Hindu, Sportstar (The Hindu), Times of India

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