Rohtak, June 1 -- Even as Olympian wrestler Vinesh Phogat failed to secure a place in the Indian squad for the 2026 Asian Games, Haryana once again underlined its dominance in Indian women's wrestling. Notably, all six wrestlers selected for the games in Nagoya and Japan, hail from the state.

These next-generation women wrestlers include a two-time U20 World Champion and former world No. 1, Antim Panghal of Hisar, who secured the 53kg spot, emerging as one of India's strongest hopes for a medal. Rohtak's Manisha Bhanwala, a gold medalist at the 2025 Asian Championships and 2016 South Asian Games, qualified in the 57kg category, while fellow Rohtak wrestler Mansi Ahlawat claimed the 62kg place with an impressive record across all levels o...