Navy athletes help Sri Lanka win silver and bronze at Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship

Sri Lanka Navy athletes played a key role in securing 2 medals for the nation at the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship held in Ahmedabad, India, from 23 to 31 October 2026. The Sri Lanka men's team won the silver medal, while the women's team earned the bronze medal in the tournament.

Able Seaman KG Hasantha and Ordinary Seaman SM Sabihan represented the Navy in the men's squad. The women's team featured Woman Leading Seaman APM Hansamali, Woman Able Seaman R Priyawarna, Woman Able Seaman P Madushani and Woman Able Seaman SHUV Jayaweera.

The players arrived back in Sri Lanka on 2 November. Lieutenant Commander Shashika Bandara, Treasurer Navy Sports Directorate, welcomed the athletes at Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake.