Senior Open Ranking: Greco-Roman finals conclude, women's wrestling enters knockout stage in Gonda
Synopsis
The Wrestling Federation of India wrapped up its Greco-Roman division at the Senior Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda, crowning champions across 10 weight classes. As men's medallists were confirmed, women's wrestling advanced into knockout rounds, with Kajal Choudhary, Reena, and Ishita Choudhary among the semifinal contenders. The tournament serves as India's domestic ranking platform ahead of international competitions.
Key Takeaways
WFI concluded Men's Greco-Roman events on 12 May 2026 at Nandininagar Mahavidyalaya, Gonda, Uttar Pradesh .
Champions crowned across 10 weight classes , from 55kg to 130kg.
Sanjeev (55kg), Sandeep (60kg), Vijay (63kg), Nishant (67kg), and Suraj (72kg) claimed gold in their respective divisions.
Women's wrestling progressed to knockout rounds in 57kg, 65kg, and 76kg categories.
Sanjay Singh, WFI President , emphasized the tournament's role in evaluating domestic talent for international representation.
The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on 12 May 2026 concluded the Men's Greco-Roman competition at the Senior Open Ranking Tournament 2026, held at Nandininagar Mahavidyalaya in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh. With medallists confirmed across all 10 weight classes, the tournament has pivoted to the women's wrestling category, where athletes are progressing through knockout rounds to establish their domestic rankings.
Greco-Roman medallists across all weight classes
The men's Greco-Roman division crowned champions in 10 weight categories. Sanjeev topped the 55kg bracket, Sandeep won at 60kg, and Vijay claimed gold in the 63kg division. At 67kg, Nishant emerged victorious, while Suraj took the 72kg title. Vikash won the 77kg category, Manjeet secured the 82kg gold, and Tejpal prevailed at 87kg. In the heavier divisions, Ashish won at 97kg and Mehar claimed the 130kg crown.
Women's wrestling advances through knockout rounds
The women's tournament is now in its advanced stages across multiple weight classes. In the 57kg category, Kajal Choudhary defeated Muskan in her quarterfinal and will face Shivani, who advanced by defeating Suhani. On the opposite bracket, Reena overcame Nisha Saini and is set for a semifinal against Hansika Lamba, who progressed after defeating Kajal in her quarterfinal bout.
Pre-quarterfinal and semifinal action
The 65kg category saw four wrestlers advance to the quarterfinals: Dishun defeated Ankita Kumar, Janvi overcame Tanu, Sneha secured a win over Ritu, and Deeksha Sheor defeated Sonam Singh. In the 76kg bracket, the field has narrowed to four competitors, with Ishita Choudhary and Meghna confirmed to face each other in the semifinals.
WFI leadership on tournament significance
Sanjay Singh, President of the Wrestling Federation of India, praised the competitors upon completion of the Greco-Roman events. "I extend my congratulations to all the medalists and participants in the Greco-Roman category. The competition we witnessed over the last few days reflects the hard work these athletes put in year-round. This tournament serves as a crucial platform to evaluate our domestic talent, and I am confident that the champions crowned here will go on to represent Indian wrestling strongly on the international stage," Singh said.
What's ahead
With the women's wrestling knockout stage underway, the tournament is expected to conclude with final medal ceremonies across all weight divisions. The rankings established here will form the basis for national team selections for upcoming international competitions.
Point of View
The women's bracket offers a rare window into emerging talent — particularly in the 57kg and 65kg categories, where competition depth appears strongest. The WFI's emphasis on these ranking tournaments, despite limited media coverage, reflects a strategic pivot away from ad-hoc selections toward merit-based, tournament-validated rosters.
NationPress
10 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Senior Open Ranking Tournament 2026?
It is the Wrestling Federation of India's domestic ranking tournament held in Gonda, designed to evaluate wrestlers across multiple styles and weight classes. The results establish official national rankings and inform team selections for international competitions.
Which Greco-Roman weight classes were contested?
Ten weight classes competed: 55kg, 60kg, 63kg, 67kg, 72kg, 77kg, 82kg, 87kg, 97kg, and 130kg. Each produced a gold, silver, and two bronze medallists.
Who won the 55kg and 72kg Greco-Roman titles?
Sanjeev claimed gold in the 55kg Greco-Roman division, while Suraj won the 72kg title. Both now hold the top domestic rankings in their respective weight classes.
What is the current status of women's wrestling at the tournament?
Women's wrestling is in the knockout stage across multiple weight classes, including 57kg, 65kg, and 76kg. Kajal Choudhary, Reena, Ishita Choudhary, and Meghna are among the semifinal contenders.
