Indian-origin coach Tej Narayan Prasad Madhav has been appointed as the head coach for Scotland's kabaddi team for the upcoming Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship, bringing extensive experience from various national and international roles.
The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) has announced the coaches' roster for its upcoming Season 2, featuring experienced kabaddi personalities for 10 franchises. Coaches like Om Parkash Narwal and Ramesh Kumar expressed their commitment to building strong, disciplined teams. The official schedule and start date for Season 2 are yet to be revealed.
Seven players from the Kabaddi Champions League, including Naveen Goyat and Surjeet Narwal, have been selected for the Indian men's squad participating in the Commonwealth Championship in Ahmedabad from October 23 to October 31, highlighting the league's role in national team development.
The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) is set to host its Season 2 player auction on October 17 in New Delhi. Over 300 players, including Asian Games medallists and national team members, will be auctioned for a total purse of Rs 5 crore, distributed among 10 teams. The league has also expanded with two new franchises.
Ten key players, including previous season's most expensive buy Devank Dalal and Ashu Malik, have been retained by the five franchises of the Kabaddi Champions League for its second edition. This move aims to ensure continuity and build strong teams ahead of the October 17 auction where remaining positions will be filled.
Indian women's kabaddi captain Pushpa Rana led her team to a record-extending fourth Asian Games gold medal, defeating a strong Iranian side 37-34. Rana highlighted the team's reliance on their raiders and the pressure of maintaining India's dominance in the sport.
Arjuna Awardee and Indian kabaddi team member Ritu Negi was controversially dropped from Himachal Pradesh's cash award list for Asian Games gold medallists, reportedly due to her marriage in Haryana.
The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) Season 2 auction is set to take place on Saturday in New Delhi, featuring over 300 players and a total player purse of Rs 5 crore. Prominent players like Naveen Goyat, Sunil Malik, and Ayan Lochab, along with other Asian Games squad members, are expected to be key attractions for the 10 franchises, including new additions Kurukshetra Knights and Jhajjar Jaguars.
India's men's and women's kabaddi teams have secured their spots in the Asian Games finals, maintaining their unbeaten run. Both teams will face Iran in their respective gold medal matches, aiming to defend their titles.
The Indian women's kabaddi team secured a dominant 48-24 victory over Nepal, advancing to the Asian Games final and maintaining their unbeaten streak. They are now poised to win their fourth consecutive gold medal in the event, continuing their historical dominance since women's kabaddi was introduced in 2010.
Defending champions India's men's kabaddi team secured a dominant 37-21 victory over Chinese Taipei, advancing to the semi-finals of the Asian Games with an unbeaten record in Group A.
Indian kabaddi star Pawan Sehrawat, known as the 'High Flyer' for his six-foot jumps, shared the origin of his nickname and his journey in the sport. He also expressed pride in being a flag bearer and India's ambition to defend its Asian Games gold medal in kabaddi.
India's men's and women's kabaddi teams successfully defended their Asian Games titles, securing a golden double with thrilling victories over Iran.
The International Kabaddi Federation is expanding its global reach by nearly doubling its membership to approximately 80 nations. A two-day conclave in Hyderabad will see 35-40 new national bodies from Africa and Europe formally affiliated, aiming to foster the sport's global growth through structured programmes and technical assistance.
India's women's Kabaddi team secured a comfortable 37-23 victory over 2018 gold medallist Iran in their second group league match at the Asian Games. This follows their earlier win against Bangladesh, with their next match scheduled against Japan. The Indian women have a strong history in the event, having won three gold medals and one silver.
India's women's kabaddi team secured their record-extending fourth Asian Games gold medal by defeating Iran 37-34 in a thrilling final.
India's men's and women's kabaddi teams marched into the Asian Games finals with comfortable semifinal wins over Thailand and Nepal respectively on Friday, keeping their hopes of defending their gold medals alive.
India's men's and women's kabaddi teams continued their winning streak at the Asian Games, securing comprehensive victories against Bangladesh and Iran respectively. The women's team defeated 2018 gold medallist Iran 37-23, while the men's team beat Bangladesh 48-25, showcasing their strong performance and aiming for gold.
India's men's and women's kabaddi teams have secured their spots in the semi-finals of the Asian Games after dominant performances in their respective Group A fixtures. The men's team defeated Chinese Taipei 37-21, marking their fourth consecutive win, while the women's team topped their group by beating hosts Japan 50-25, remaining unbeaten. Both teams showcased strong offensive and defensive play, continuing India's legacy of dominance in Asian Games kabaddi.
The Indian men's kabaddi team secured a dominant 63-31 victory over South Korea in a Group A clash at the Asian Games, marking their second consecutive win and placing them atop the group.
India's men's and women's kabaddi teams have both secured their spots in the finals of the Asian Games, continuing their unbeaten run. The women's team defeated Nepal 48-24, while the men's team triumphed over Thailand 66-28 in their respective semi-final matches, setting the stage for a potential double gold medal defence.
The Indian men's kabaddi team commenced its Asian Games title defence with a decisive 49-24 victory over hosts Japan in their opening Group A fixture.
Defending champions Indian men's and women's kabaddi teams have made strong starts to their Asian Games campaign, securing decisive victories over Japan and Bangladesh in their respective opening matches. The men's team defeated hosts Japan 49-24, while the women's team overcame Bangladesh 42-21.
The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) is expanding to 10 teams for its second season with the addition of two new franchises, Jind Jaguars and Kurukshetra Knights. KCL chairman Balwan Singh stated this expansion will create more opportunities for players and strengthen the league's ecosystem, focusing on talent development.
India's men's and women's Kabaddi teams successfully defended their gold medals at the Asian Games, both defeating Iran in their respective finals. The men's team secured their ninth gold with a 40-34 victory, while the women's team clinched their fourth gold with a 37-34 win, showcasing strategic play and composure under pressure.
Indian kabaddi player Brijendra Singh Choudhary has been stripped of his silver medal from the Asian Beach Games after failing an in-competition dope test. He tested positive for the prohibited diuretic brinzolamide and has accepted the sanction, leading to the disqualification of his results.
Iran's women's kabaddi team faced immense challenges during their Asian Games preparations, including frequent camp changes due to regional conflict, psychological stress on young players, and difficulties arranging international friendly matches due to sanctions.
Seasoned kabaddi player Pawan Sehrawat has been named India's male flag-bearer for the Asian Games opening ceremony, replacing shot-putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor. Toor was unable to attend due to not receiving his ceremonial kit in time, a logistical issue stemming from the athletics team's acclimatisation camp near Tokyo.
The Iran national women's kabaddi team conducted a six-day practice camp at the Sports Authority of India's Sonepat centre, engaging in matches against the Indian team and local sides.
The Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) has officially approved the renaming of the Jind Jaguars franchise to Jhajjar Jaguars. This change, requested by the team management, aims to strengthen the team's association with the Jhajjar region for KCL Season 2, without impacting existing rights or obligations.
Indian Paralympian Karamjyoti Dalal won a bronze medal in the women's discus F55 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Wednesday, achieving a personal best throw of 21.60 metres. This marks a significant achievement for the athlete who transitioned to para sports after an accident in 2008.
India's Asian Games gold medalists in kabaddi and shooting received a grand welcome at the IGI Airport.
'Work hard and have patience, because after long, hard work you achieve your target. Always stay disciplined, work hard and be passionate about your sport.'
Sonam Maskar, a silver medallist in the women's 10m air rifle team event, has expressed her ambition to secure a quota place for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics at the upcoming ISSF World Championship in Doha. She also reflected on her journey, highlighting financial struggles and her father's support. The article also features kabaddi player Raj Rani, who won a gold medal at the Asian Games, sharing her joy and acknowledging her father's role in her success.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Sports Demonstration Games, emphasising India's commitment to placing sport at the core of nation-building through significant investment in infrastructure and grassroots development. He highlighted India's indigenous sports like Mallakhamb, Yogasana, and Kalaripayattu, and discussed the country's ambition to host major international events, including the 2036 Olympic Games.
Indian kabaddi player Brijendra Singh Choudhary has been stripped of his silver medal from the Asian Beach Games after testing positive for a prohibited diuretic. The International Testing Agency (ITA) confirmed the anti-doping rule violation, which Choudhary has accepted.
Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra congratulated Indian athletes and support teams for their Asian Games campaign, emphasizing the hard work involved. He praised breakthrough achievements while calling for honest analysis of setbacks and stronger long-term high-performance systems, urging urgent preparation for the Los Angeles Olympics.
This article provides a comprehensive schedule for Indian athletes competing at the Asian Games on September 26, 2023. It details events across various sports including athletics, badminton, kabaddi, boxing, hockey, and more, with specific timings in IST.
Punjab Police have arrested a shooter allegedly involved in the murder of kabaddi promoter Kanwar Digvijay Singh, also known as Rana Balachauria, from Agartala, Tripura.
Kabaddi player Pawan Sehrawat has replaced shot-putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor as India's male flag-bearer for the Asian Games opening ceremony due to Toor's ceremonial kit not being available. Toor was unable to collect his kit in time to attend the event, leading to the last-minute change.
