Indian para-judoka Kokila captured the silver medal in the women's -52kg category at the Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, improving upon her previous bronze medal performance, according to reporting by Times of India — Top Stories.
Kokila earned her place on the podium following a standout run through the tournament bracket, highlighted by a victory over reigning world champion Yi Liu in the semifinal round.
Upset Victory in the Semifinals
Kokila's campaign reached a critical turning point during her semifinal bout against China's Yi Liu. Facing the reigning world champion, the Indian competitor narrowly defeated Liu in a closely contested match to advance to the gold-medal contest.
The hard-fought semifinal victory ensured Kokila would upgrade her prior Asian Para Games bronze medal, securing at least a silver finish and demonstrating her development in the -52kg international division.
Final Bout and Podium Finish
In the final match, Kokila faced Aibike Ulanbek Kyzy for the continental title. Ulanbek Kyzy secured the gold medal after executing a swift ippon against Kokila to end the bout.
Despite the defeat in the final, Kokila's silver medal finish in Aichi-Nagoya marks a notable step forward in her competitive career, illustrating her increasing prowess on the international stage within the -52kg para-judo category.
