Wapda crowned National Kabaddi champions | The Express Tribune
Key Takeaways
- Wapda won the National Kabaddi Championship, defeating Army 58-35 in the final.
- The championship was contested in the traditional circle style format.
- PAF secured the bronze medal by defeating Police in the third-place match.
- The tournament featured 12 teams organized into four pools.
- The Pakistan Kabaddi Federation emphasized the sport's ability to promote values and mentioned potential dope testing.
Wapda emerged as the champions of the National Kabaddi Championship, defeating Army with a score of 58-35 in the final held at Punjab Stadium on Sunday afternoon. The championship utilized the traditional circle style format, drawing a significant crowd to witness the event. Wapda had previously overcome Police in their semifinal, while Army secured their spot by defeating Pakistan Air Force. The tournament structure involved 12 teams split into four pools, concluding with PAF winning the third-place match against Police. The Pakistan Kabaddi Federation Secretary highlighted kabaddi's role in promoting values like teamwork and discipline, while also noting the federation's commitment to integrity through potential dope testing, supported by the Punjab Government and Sports Board.
