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Kabaddi's Global Body Declares World Cup In UK 'Unauthorised'

The International Kabaddi Federation (IKF) on Wednesday declared that the World Cup being held in London is not an "authorised" event and asked the sport's Indian apex body to act against the team that had gone to take part in the tournament. Kabaddi World Cup 2025 is being held in the West Midlands from March 17 to 23. The tournament is being hosted by the England Kabaddi Association and the British Kabaddi League (BKL) under the aegis of World Kabaddi Federation, a parallel international governing body of the sport.

U Mumba Rope In Rakesh Kumar As Head Coach

Former India captain and three-time Asian Games gold medalist Rakesh Kumar will return to U Mumba after nine years as its head coach in the Pro Kabaddi League, the franchise announced on Monday. Rakesh, who was the highest-paid player in the inaugural PKL, had joined the franchise in the third edition. "Arguably India's greatest kabaddi player, an Arjuna Awardee, but, most importantly, a former U Mumba player himself who returns to our family. It gives me immense pleasure to welcome Rakesh back, this time as a head coach," U Mumba, CEO Suhail Chandhok said.

Naveen Kumar-Led Services Clinch 71st Senior National Men's Kabaddi Championship Title

Services emerged victorious in a nail-biting finale against Railways to claim the 71st Senior National Men's Kabaddi Championship at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack on Sunday. The team with immense star-power prevailed 30-30 (6-4) in a tie-breaker, showcasing remarkable composure when it mattered most as the clash could have gone either way. Led by Pro Kabaddi League star Naveen Kumar, Services demonstrated exceptional skill throughout the tournament. The final was a star-studded affair featuring some of India's top talents, including Railways' dynamic raider Pankaj Mohite and defensive stalwart Parvesh Bhainswal. Services' defensive combination of Jaideep Dahiya and Rahul Sethpal - winners of the PKL in season 11 - proved crucial in key moments.

U Mumba Rope In Rakesh Kumar As Head Coach

Former India captain and three-time Asian Games gold medalist Rakesh Kumar will return to U Mumba after nine years as its head coach in the Pro Kabaddi League, the franchise announced on Monday. Rakesh, who was the highest-paid player in the inaugural PKL, had joined the franchise in the third edition. "Arguably India's greatest kabaddi player, an Arjuna Awardee, but, most importantly, a former U Mumba player himself who returns to our family. It gives me immense pleasure to welcome Rakesh back, this time as a head coach," U Mumba, CEO Suhail Chandhok said.

Naveen Kumar-Led Services Clinch 71st Senior National Men's Kabaddi Championship Title

Services emerged victorious in a nail-biting finale against Railways to claim the 71st Senior National Men's Kabaddi Championship at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack on Sunday. The team with immense star-power prevailed 30-30 (6-4) in a tie-breaker, showcasing remarkable composure when it mattered most as the clash could have gone either way. Led by Pro Kabaddi League star Naveen Kumar, Services demonstrated exceptional skill throughout the tournament. The final was a star-studded affair featuring some of India's top talents, including Railways' dynamic raider Pankaj Mohite and defensive stalwart Parvesh Bhainswal. Services' defensive combination of Jaideep Dahiya and Rahul Sethpal - winners of the PKL in season 11 - proved crucial in key moments.

Maharashtra, Haryana, Services Advance In Dominant Fashion At 71st Senior National Kabaddi Championships

The knockout stages of the 71st Senior National Kabaddi Championships kicked off with four compelling Round of 16 clashes at Cuttack's Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, setting up two mouth-watering quarter-final encounters, as per a release from Senior National Kabaddi Championships. Defending champions Haryana, who were guided by star PKL players like defender Yogesh Kathuniya and raider Ashu Malik were pushed hard by Tamil Nadu in what proved to be the most competitive fixture of the day. Despite Tamil Nadu's spirited resistance, Haryana's superior raiding unit helped them secure a 48-41 victory in a high-scoring encounter.

Video: Tamil Nadu Kabaddi Players Brutally Attacked During Inter-University Event In Punjab. Udhayanidhi Stalin Reacts

Kabaddi players from Tamil Nadu, participating in an Inter-University competition in Bathinda, Punjab, were assaulted on Friday, according to reports. The fight broke out after the players were unhappy with a decision of the match referee, the reports claimed. The student-athletes from various universities such as Mother Teresa University, Periyar University, Alagappa University and Bharathiar University were competing in the North Zone Inter University & All India Inter University Kabaddi (Women) Championship 2024-25

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Kabaddi's Global Body Declares World Cup In UK 'Unauthorised'

U Mumba Rope In Rakesh Kumar As Head Coach

Naveen Kumar-Led Services Clinch 71st Senior National Men's Kabaddi Championship Title

U Mumba Rope In Rakesh Kumar As Head Coach

Naveen Kumar-Led Services Clinch 71st Senior National Men's Kabaddi Championship Title

Maharashtra, Haryana, Services Advance In Dominant Fashion At 71st Senior National Kabaddi Championships

Video: Tamil Nadu Kabaddi Players Brutally Attacked During Inter-University Event In Punjab. Udhayanidhi Stalin Reacts