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Former WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, BJP MLA Pankaj Singh, JJP'
Updated : 4 months ago IST
BJP leader and former president of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, lauded the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) 2026 tournament and highlighted the competitiveness of the final between Haryana Thunders and Delhi Dangal Warriors on Sunday. BJP MLA Pankaj Singh con
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"The league is a success": WFI President Sanjay Singh on return of Pro-Wre
Updated : 4 months, 1 week ago IST
Speaking to ANI on Thursday, Singh thanked stakeholders for trusting WFI with the league and said the league is going well after being halted by the COVID pandemic.
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WFI president Sanjay welcomes Vinesh Phogat's retirement u-turn ahead of L
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Vinesh announced her return in December 2025, after an 18-month hiatus to chase her Olympic dream, confirming that she has come out of retirement from professional wrestling.
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Pro Wrestling League unveils official logo ahead of its fifth season
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The newly launched logo is a modern and dynamic emblem inspired by the traditional red and blue wrestling mat, symbolising strength, balance and competitive spirit. More than a visual refresh, the logo represents a complete reset for the Pro Wrestling League, which has undergone a significan
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Olympic medalist Sehrawat admits mistake after WFI suspension for being ov
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The 22-year-old was one of India's top medal contenders, scheduled to compete in the men's 57 kg freestyle category, but was disqualified from the competition for exceeding the weight limit by 1.7 kg. The tournament took place from September 13 to September 21 in Croatia. Only one India, Ant
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Paris Olympics bronze medalist Aman Sehrawat handed one-year suspension fo
Updated : 8 months ago IST
The 22-year-old was one of India's top medal contenders, scheduled to compete in the men's 57 kg freestyle category, but was disqualified from the competition for exceeding the weight limit by 1.7 kg. The tournament took place from September 13 to September 21 in Croatia. Only one India, Ant
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Aman Sehrawat disqualified from Wrestling World Championships for being 1.
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat has been disqualified from the Wrestling World Championships in Zagreb, Croatia, for exceeding the weight limit by 1.7 kg, dealing a significant setback to his campaign on Sunday.
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"It will bring transparency in the game": Sports fraternity hails National
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
The National Sports Governance Bill paves the way for a new standard of transparency, accountability, and ethical management in sports. The legislation sets clear expectations for National Sports Federations and the Indian Olympic Association, ensuring mechanisms for fair elections, financia
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India Women's Wrestling team shines at U-17 World Wrestling Championship w
Updated : 10 months ago IST
The Indian Women's Wrestling Team has secured a total of 6 medals--2 Gold, 3 Silver, and 1 Bronze, bringing glory to the nation, according to a release from the Wrestling Federation of India.
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Indian team secures five medals at U17 Asian Wrestling Championships
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) issued a statement on Thursday, saying, "The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) proudly acknowledges the commendable performance of the Indian Under-17 Freestyle Wrestling Team at the ongoing Under-17 Asian Wrestling Championships in Vung Tau, Vietnam
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Indian Women wrestlers clinch Champion Trophy at Under-17 Asian Wrestling
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Indian Women Team dominated across weight categories, winning a total of 10 medals - 5 Gold, 3 Silver, and 2 Bronze, thus securing the Champion Trophy with 215 points. China stood second with 151 points, while Japan secured third position with 149 points.
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India creates history at U-23 Senior Asian Wrestling Championship; Freesty
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
This is India's best-ever performance in the Freestyle category at any Asian Wrestling Championship.
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