U-23 Asian Wrestling: Freestyle Team Clinches Champion Trophy, India Makes History

U-23 Asian Wrestling: Freestyle team clinches Champion Trophy, India makes history (Image Source: IANS)

WFI President Sanjay Kumar Singh: India continued to excel as its freestyle team bagged six gold medals and 1 silver to clinch the overall champions trophy at the U-23 Senior Asian Wrestling Championship 2025 held at Vung Tau (Vietnam) here on Saturday.

After the spectacular performance by the Indian women’s wrestling team, which secured the Champion Trophy, the Indian men's freestyle wrestling team has now created history as it emerged at the top of the standings.

This is India’s best-ever performance in the Freestyle category at any Asian Wrestling Championship.

The gold medals were won by Nikhil in the 61 kg, Sujeet in the 65 kg, Jaideep in the 74 kg, Chander Mohan (79 kg), Sachin (92 kg), and Vicky in the 97 kg categories.

The silver medal was claimed by Jaspooran Singh in the 125 kg.

The Indian freestyle team’s domination of the mat marks a historic milestone, showcasing the nation's growing strength in international wrestling, WFI President Sanjay Kumar Singh informed in a statement on Saturday.

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) acknowledges the continued support and guidance of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the Government of India, the Sports Authority of India (SAI), and the entire wrestling fraternity in achieving this landmark success.

Earlier on Friday, the Indian Under-23 women wrestlers made the country proud with their outstanding performance, winning 10 medals in all.

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) acknowledges the continued support and guidance of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the Government of India, the Sports Authority of India (SAI), and the entire wrestling fraternity in achieving this landmark success.

Article Source: IANS