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| Host city |  Islamabad, Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Nations | 7 |
| Events | 10 Sports |
| Opening | 20 October |
| Closing | 28 October |
| Opened by | Ghulam Ishaq Khan President of Pakistan |
| Main venue | Jinnah Stadium |
The 1989 South Asian Games, officially the IV South Asian Federation Games, were held in Islamabad, Pakistan from 20 October to 28 October 1989. [1] [2] Muhammad Ali appeared as a special guest at the closing ceremony. [2]
Seven countries competed.
Squash was introduced for the first time in 1989 games. It replaced basketball from the previous games.
Athletics
Boxing
Football ()
Kabaddi (Circle style)
Squash (debut)
Swimming
Table tennis
Volleyball
Weightlifting
WrestlingHost nation Pakistan finished in 2nd place with a total of 97 medals (42 gold, 33 silver, and 22 bronze).
* Host nation (Pakistan)
| Rank | Nation | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  India | 61 | 43 | 20 | 124 |
| 2 | Pakistan* | 42 | 33 | 22 | 97 |
| 3 |  Sri Lanka | 6 | 10 | 21 | 37 |
| 4 |  Nepal | 1 | 13 | 32 | 46 |
| 5 |  Bangladesh | 1 | 12 | 24 | 37 |
| 6 |  Bhutan | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 7 |  Maldives | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals (7 entries) | 111 | 111 | 122 | 344 | |
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