Vietnam`s women`s team wins their first ISTAF Sepak Takraw World Cup title, defeating Thailand in a thrilling final.

Vietnam`s women`s team made history by clinching their first-ever title at the ISTAF Sepak Takraw World Cup 2025, held from March 20-25 at the Patliputra Indoor Stadium in Bihar, India. In a thrilling final, Vietnam defeated Thailand 2-1 in the women`s quadrant category. The match showcased intense competition, with Vietnam winning the first set 15-12, Thailand equalizing by taking the second set 15-12, and Vietnam ultimately securing victory in the third set 15-13.

Key players Tran Thi Ngoc Yen, Nguyen Thi My, Nguyen Thi Ngoc Huyen, and Nguyen Thi Yen demonstrated exceptional skill and teamwork throughout the tournament. Prior to their historic final, the Vietnamese team had impressive victories over South Korea (2-, Myanmar (2-1), and France (2-.

On the men`s side, Vietnam also had a commendable performance, earning a silver medal after falling to Thailand in the final with scores of 1-15 and 9-15. The event featured 20 countries and nearly 300 athletes competing in various categories, including men`s and women`s regu, doubles, and mixed team events. Sepak Takraw, often referred to as "kick volleyball," is a dynamic sport where players use their feet, knees, chest, and head to strike a rattan or plastic ball over the net.

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