India Poised for Glory at 2026 U-17 World Wrestling Championships in Baku

The Wrestling Federation of India has announced the squad for the 2026 U-17 World Wrestling Championships in Baku, Azerbaijan. The team is hopeful to continue its strong performance, aiming to build on its past success. Rigorous trials have ensured India's finest young wrestlers are ready to compete on the international stage.

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has officially unveiled its cadre for the forthcoming U-17 World Wrestling Championships, scheduled to occur in Baku, Azerbaijan, from July 27 to August 2, 2026. The selection, finalized after rigorous trials in Sonipat and Lucknow, reflects the nation's most talented juvenile wrestlers, charged with representing India at this prestigious global event.

India's young squad embarks on its journey aiming to fortify the country's commanding presence in junior wrestling. With the women's contingent dominating the last two editions of the tournament, the team is driven to achieve a historic consecutive third victory. WFI President Sanjay Kumar Singh expressed confidence in the team's prospects, underlining the exhaustive and fair selection process that identified top-tier wrestlers ready to achieve international success.

In the Women's Wrestling division, Haryana's participants exhibited exceptional prowess, clinching first place in six out of ten weight categories, spotlighted by athletes like Diksha and Garima. Meanwhile, Maharashtra and Rajasthan contingents also secured key positions. In the Men's Freestyle category, Haryana once again led with standout performances from Satinder and Arush Rana. The selection was a testament to India's deep pool of wrestling talent, focused on bringing pride to the nation during the championships.