Haryana Dominates U-20 National Wrestling Championship; Odisha Secures First Medal
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Synopsis
The U-20 National Wrestling Championship concluded in Kota, with Haryana taking the top spot in freestyle, Greco-Roman, and Women's Wrestling. Odisha made history by winning its first medal. The event showcased thrilling matches and impressive performances from young athletes.
Key Takeaways
- Haryana wins team championship in all three styles.
- Odisha celebrates its first medal in wrestling.
- The championship took place at Raghurai Indoor Sports Complex.
- Presence of notable officials added prestige to the event.
- High competition levels witnessed across various weight categories.
Kota (Rajasthan), April 22 (NationPress) Haryana triumphed in the team championship across all three categories -- freestyle, Greco-Roman, and Women's Wrestling -- as the Under-20 National Wrestling Championship wrapped up on Tuesday at the Raghurai Indoor Sports Complex, Kota, featuring exhilarating final matches and the release of team rankings.
On the final day, competitions were conducted for the remaining weight divisions, which comprised three in Freestyle, three in Women's Wrestling, and four in Greco-Roman style during this event organized by the Rajasthan State Wrestling Association under the auspices of the Wrestling Federation of India.
The day started with an official weigh-in at 7:00 AM, followed by bouts commencing at 9:30 AM, attracting large crowds and enthusiastic support from fans and officials alike.
A significant highlight of the day included the attendance of Raksha Nikhil Khadse, Hon’ble State Minister for Sports & Youth Affairs, and Col. Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, Sports Minister of Rajasthan, who were present to commend the performances of the young athletes.
One of the most inspiring moments came from Odisha, where a wrestler from the state secured their first-ever bronze medal in the 130 kg Greco-Roman category, marking a significant achievement.
Haryana displayed exceptional performance and dominance by clinching the team championship in all three styles — Free Style, Greco-Roman, and Women’s Wrestling.
Haryana topped the Freestyle category with 194 points, with Delhi finishing second with 157 points and Maharashtra in third with 129 points.
In the Greco-Roman Style, Haryana again secured the lead with 195 points, while Delhi came in second with 132 points, and Uttar Pradesh took third with 129 points, as reported by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) in a statement on Tuesday.
For Women’s Wrestling, Haryana again led the rankings with 215 points, with Delhi in second at 162 points, and Maharashtra finishing third with 140 points.
The final results:
Freestyle
65 Kg.
Gold Ashwani HAR
Silver Manish MAH
Bronze P. Nikhil TEL
Bronze Abhinav HP
79 Kg.
Gold Amit SSCB
Silver Sumit HP
Bronze Jatin CHD
Bronze Palwinder HAR
92 Kg.
Gold Sachin HAR
Silver Abhishek DEL
Bronze Shriyansh MAH
Bronze Yashwant UP
Greco-Roman Style
63 Kg.
Gold Mukul Chauhan UP
Silver Aryanvir PUB
Bronze Sarang MAH
Bronze Varun HAR
77 Kg.
Gold Aman HAR
Silver Nishant CHD
Bronze Sunny UP
Bronze Sagar DEL
82 Kg.
Gold Prince HAR
Silver Manjit PUB
Bronze Amarjeet J&K
Bronze Kapil CHD
130 Kg.
Gold Uttam Rana UP
Silver Joginder HAR
Bronze Justin PUB
Bronze Satyanarayan ODS
Women's Wrestling
53 Kg.
Gold Himanshi HAR
Silver Tanya DEL
Bronze Kavita Malu RAJ
Bronze Mihika MP
59Kg.
Gold Muskan HAR
Silver Tanvi MAH
Bronze Anjali Sahu RAJ
Bronze Divya DEL
68 Kg.
Gold Drishti DEL
Silver Kirti HAR
Bronze Bhoomi UP
Bronze Roshani MAH
