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Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya celebrated India's historic performance at the Asian Wrestling Championship 2025. The Indian contingent dominated with 6 gold medals in freestyle wrestling, marking their best-ever championship showing. Young athletes across U15, U17 and U23 categories brought home multiple medals including team championships. This achievement highlights India's growing dominance in international wrestling competitions.

Key Points: Mansukh Mandaviya Honors Asian Wrestling Champions After Historic Wins

  • Indian U15 team crowned champions with 203 points
  • Wrestlers secure 8 medals including 6 golds
  • Men's freestyle team makes history with 6 gold medals
  • U17 athletes shine with 3 golds despite missing team trophy
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Mansukh Mandaviya felicitates medal winners of Asian Wrestling Championship 2025

India dominates Asian Wrestling Championship 2025 with record 6 golds as Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitates medal-winning athletes.

"Their grit, determination, and relentless hard work have brought great pride to the nation - Mansukh Mandaviya"

New Delhi, July 17

Union Minister of Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, on Wednesday, met and felicitated the medal winners of the U15, U17, U20, and U23 Asian Wrestling Championship 2025.

New Delhi [India], July 17 (ANI): Union Minister of Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, on Wednesday, met and felicitated the medal winners of the U15, U17, U20, and U23 Asian Wrestling Championship 2025.

The Indian Under-15 Freestyle Wrestling Team emerged as Team Champions, securing a total of 203 points, leaving Japan in second place with 166 points. The Indian contingent claimed eight medals, including six gold, one silver, and one bronze, dominating the competition last month.

Mansukh Mandaviya posted on his X handle, "Met and felicitated the medal winners of the U15, U17, U20, and U23 Asian Wrestling Championship 2025 yesterday. Their grit, determination, and relentless hard work have brought great pride to the nation. Wishing them continued success in their sporting journey."

After the spectacular performance by the Indian Women's Wrestling Team, which secured the Champion Trophy, the Indian Men's Freestyle Wrestling Team created history by winning 6 Gold Medals and 1 Silver Medal, and clinching the Champion Trophy at the U-23 Senior Asian Wrestling Championship 2025 held at Vung Tau (Vietnam).

This is India's best-ever performance in the Freestyle category at any Asian Wrestling Championship. Gold Medal Winners 61 kg - Nikhil65 kg - Sujeet74 kg - Jaideep79 kg - Chander Mohan92 kg - Sachin97 kg - Vicky

Silver Medal Winner 125 kg - Jaspooran Singh. The Indian Freestyle team's domination on the mat marks a historic milestone, showcasing the nation's growing strength in international wrestling.

The Indian Under-17 freestyle wrestling team secured three gold and two bronze medals at the U17 Asian Wrestling Championships in Vung Tau, Vietnam, last month.

Although the team narrowly missed finishing in the top three rankings overall and did not clinch a team trophy, the performance of individual athletes, particularly in the heavier weight categories, was exceptional and praiseworthy. (ANI)

65 Kg. Gaurav Punia - Gold Medal, 92 Kg. Arjun Ruhil - Gold Medal, 110 Kg. Lacky - Gold Medal, 45 Kg. Shivam - Bronze Medal, 51 Kg. Dhanraj Ganapati - Bronze Medal.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I'm happy about the medals, I wish the government would provide better infrastructure at grassroots level. Many talented kids in villages don't get proper training facilities. Hope this success brings more investment in sports.
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Vikram M
Our wrestlers are making us proud consistently! Remember when wrestling wasn't even considered a mainstream sport in India? Look how far we've come. Special mention to Nikhil and Sujeet - their performances were outstanding!
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Sarah B
As someone new to India, I'm amazed by the wrestling culture here. The dedication of these young athletes is inspiring. Would love to see more media coverage for such achievements rather than just cricket all the time.
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Rohit P
Bas ab Olympics ka intezaar hai! If our wrestlers continue this form, we can definitely expect multiple medals in 2028. Government should ensure these athletes get all the support they need without any politics in sports administration.
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Kavya N
So happy to see women wrestlers performing exceptionally well too! 👏 The Champion Trophy in women's category is a huge achievement. More girls should take up wrestling - it breaks stereotypes and builds confidence.

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