Bellary, March 27 (IANS) The Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI) will commence a high-performance strength & conditioning camp at the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS), Bellary, bringing together the country’s leading men’s and women’s probable kabaddi athletes for the Asian Games 2026. The camp, scheduled from March 27 to April 2, marks a significant step in strengthening India’s kabaddi ecosystem, with a focused approach towards athlete development, fitness optimisation, and long-t…
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Ahmedabad, March 11 (IANS) Gujarat Giants have appointed seasoned kabaddi tactician Randhir Singh Sehrawat as their new head coach ahead of the upcoming season of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL). Sehrawat, widely regarded as one of the most experienced figures in professional kabaddi, brings more than a decade of PKL coaching experience to the franchise. Since the league’s inception in 2014, he has been a constant presence on the sidelines, guiding teams to consistent success, including a champio…
Vadodara, Feb 27 (IANS) Indian Railways secured the 72nd Senior Men’s National Kabaddi Championship Trophy on Friday at the Sama Indoor Stadium, Vadodara, after beating Maharashtra 49–31 in the final.Railways, led by Sunil Kumar, the most successful Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) captain, prevailed over 29 teams divided into eight pools, who played across 54 matches over the last four days.On their road to the final, the Railways beat the likes of Chandigarh and Karnataka before claiming their fin…
Vadodara, Feb 26 (IANS) The stage is set for a blockbuster finish at the Senior National Kabaddi Championship, organised by the Gujarat State Kabaddi Association in Vadodara, with the semifinals locked in and the race for the title entering its most intense phase. Former India captain Rishank Devadiga believes the final four will reflect the dominance shown so far. “There have been quite a few exceptional performances this time around in the National Championships. We have witnessed a few surp…
Vadodara, Feb 26 (IANS) Top teams like Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra secured their places in the semifinals on the third day of the 72nd Senior Men’s National Kabaddi Championship 2026, producing commanding victories for some teams while others bowed out of the competition in the knockout rounds.In all, 16 teams were in action across eight knockout matches, battling for a place in the next round. A mix of dominant performances and closely fought encounters saw Tamil Nadu, Chandigarh, Services,…
Vadodara, Feb 25 (IANS) The 72nd Senior Men’s National Kabaddi Championship is happening now at the Sama Indoor Stadium in Vadodara. While it provides an important stage for emerging players to display their skills, it also highlights India’s increasing strength and depth in the sport.After the opening day, Rakesh Kumar, a selector appointed by the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI), shared his positive assessment of the overall quality displayed.“The team performances on the first…
New Delhi, Feb 23 (IANS) The 72nd Senior Nationals Men’s Kabaddi Championship 2026 is scheduled to be held at the Sama Indoor Complex in Vadodara, from February 24 to 27. It will feature 31 teams from across India, with approximately 400 players competing fiercely for the championship title.The tournament, organized by the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI), will showcase a blend of experienced players and emerging talents. Participants who excelled in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Seas…
Diu, Jan 6 (IANS) A product of the Khelo India ecosystem, Maharashtra’s rising kabaddi star Dadaso Shivaji Pujari has come full circle at the ongoing Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026 in Diu, returning to the platform that launched his journey to the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL). Dadaso caught the eye in the Khelo India Youth Games in Panchkula, which has already earned him three seasons with Puneri Paltan as a reliable right-corner defender. He is now drawing on that experience as he competes o…
Rohtak, Dec 29 (IANS) Rohtak Royals, the franchise representing the city of Rohtak in the inaugural Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) have signed one of India’s most successful all-rounders Sandeep Narwal. The Royals completed a strong and balanced squad build at the KCL auctions, headlined by the signing of veteran defender and all-rounder Sandeep Narwal. Under the guidance of head coach Surender Nada, the Royals assembled a 16-member squad across three categories, focusing on a blend of experienc…