Sepaktakraw is gaining popularity in India, although it was a demonstration sport at the Delhi Asian Games in 1982. It is recognised by the Indian Olympic Association and Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports since 2000. INDIA WON MEDAL IN SEPAKTAKRAW IN ASIAN GAMES 2018. India grabbed bronze at the men's team regu Sepak Takraw competition at the 2018 Asian Games held at Ranau Sports Hall, Palembang, Indonesia on August 2018.

Sepak takraw, or kick volleyball, is a sport native to Southeast Asia. Sepak takraw differs from the similar sport of footvolley in its use of a rattan ball and only allowing players to use their feet, knee, and head to touch the ball.