Maharashtra dominated Assam with a decisive victory, scoring 37-6 in the boys category of 50th Junior National Kabaddi Championship in Haridwar. The tournament features 24 boys’ and 24 girls’ teams from across the country. Maharashtra also outclassed Manipur 36-19 in the girls category. Maharashtra clinched another win in the girls category, defeating Karnataka, 33-22.
The opening matches witnessed fierce competition, showcasing the rising talent in Indian kabaddi. SportVot in association with FPJ has been streaming the sports events live.
Andhra Pradesh edged out Chhattisgarh in a nail-biting boys match, 56-55. Uttar Pradesh showcased their strength, defeating Gujarat 43-23. while hosts Uttarakhand secured a solid win against Jharkhand boys, 31-14.
Other Boys Results
Punjab beat Jammu & Kashmir 42-22
Bihar beat Telangana 55-29
Madhya Pradesh beat Odisha 39-11
Tamil Nadu beat Vidarbha 66-13
Other Girls’ Results
Assam beat Delhi 40-24
Bihar beat Andhra Pradesh 40-33
Rajasthan beat Kerala 28-27
Haryana beat Jharkhand 40-8.
Pondicherry beat Manipur 36-31.
India’s MMA Stars Shine Bright on Day 1
The 8th MMA India Junior and Senior Amateur National Championship roared to life at Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, with an electrifying first day that set the tone for an action-packed tournament.
Hosted at the iconic Hotel JMD Palace, the first day of the championship witnessed 30 thrilling bouts in the 65.8 kg weight category across Junior Amateur (18-21 years) and Senior Amateur (21+ years) divisions. With over 450 fighters and 50 coaches from powerhouse MMA states like Haryana, Maharashtra, Mizoram, and Uttar Pradesh, the level of competition was nothing short of world-class.
Athletes left it all in the cage, displaying grit, power, and technique as the crowd cheered every jab, takedown, and submission attempt. Fighters from Meghalaya brought flair, Kerala impressed with agility, and Himachal Pradesh stunned with raw power. This is where future champions are forged.
The next three days promise to be nothing short of spectacular. The second day will see the intensity rise as Cage 1 and Cage 2 host a whopping 133 matches (59 in Cage 1 and 74 in Cage 2). Each bout is expected to last around 11 minutes, ensuring an adrenaline-filled marathon for MMA fans.
The tournament will crown India’s next MMA legends, with the matches streamed live on SportVot, making it accessible to fans across the country.
The 8th MMA India Nationals isn’t just a championship; it’s a movement. With this year’s event hosting the largest ever participation of players and states, it’s clear that the sport is breaking barriers and gaining momentum in India.
