At the 2020 Asian Wrestling Championships, held in New Delhi, India witnessed a unique moment in its wrestling history:
Silver Medals for the Couple
Sakshi Malik – 65 kg (Women’s Freestyle)
The Rio 2016 Olympic bronze medallist showcased her class once again on home soil, making it to the finals and earning a silver medal.
Satyawart Kadian – 97 kg (Men’s Freestyle)
A seasoned international wrestler, Satyawart also reached the finals in his category and bagged silver, matching his wife’s achievement.
They became the first Indian wrestler couple to both win medals at the same international championship – and both silver, no less.
Their shared success added a heartwarming personal dimension to the competition and highlighted the rise of wrestling families in India.
Their feat was widely celebrated and showcased the growing strength of Indian wrestling – not just in performance, but in the formation of a vibrant athlete ecosystem that includes couples, families, and academies.
