Asian Games 2018, Men's Kabaddi: India vs Thailand - 5 Talking Points

#3 Rahul Chaudhari the standout player

Rahul Chaudhari's introduction was the turning point. (File Photo)

The substitution proved to be a good one as the man who replaced Ajay Thakur was the star of the show for India. Rahul Chaudhari was that man and he provided the team with some much-needed impetus.

He started slowly but picked up steam in the second half. India led 21-12 at half-time; that lead quickly ballooned however in the early parts of the second as Rahul went on a tear. He was aggressive, kept the defenders on their toes and his ability to attack both corners fetched him rich rewards.

At 26-15, Rahul's successful raid reduced Thailand to just three men and after a successful tackle by the Indian defence, he came in for the next raid with only two men left. He got both of them out and inflicted the second All Out of the game. 31-15 to India.

He was in his element now and produced a Super Raid which consequently led to another All Out for India and in the span of a few minutes, India led 41-18, up by 23 points.

He was, by far, the best player on show today.