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India Gazette
08-07-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Indian Under-15 wrestling teams shine at 2025 Asian Championships in Bishkek
New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): The Indian Under-15 wrestling teams delivered an outstanding performance at the 2025 Under-15 Asian Wrestling Championship held in Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan) from 4th to 7th July 2025, competing across Free Style, Greco-Roman, and Women's Wrestling categories. 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, according to a press release from the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI). The medal rush in Free Style began with Vansh Ahlawat, who clinched the first Gold for India by defeating his Japanese opponent in a thrilling bout with a score of 9-8. Aaryan (44 kg) defeated a Kyrgyz wrestler by technical superiority (16-6). Prathmesh Suryakant Patil outplayed his Uzbek opponent with a 7-4 win. Rohit Mann secured a 10-0 technical superiority win over Tajikistan. Sachin (68 kg) pinned his Uzbek rival to win by fall. Kartik (85 kg) battled past Kazakhstan with a 3-1 victory. The Women's Wrestling Team displayed a valiant effort, finishing second overall with 202 points, just behind Japan, who scored 217 points. In an intense championship where seven gold medal bouts were contested between India and Japan, India managed to win two gold medals and a crucial bronze medal, eventually bagging a total of three gold, five silver, and one bronze medal. Jiya (33 kg) won Gold after a gritty 4-2 win against her Japanese counterpart. Purvi Sharma (66 kg) dominated her Japanese opponent with an 8-0 win. Diksha (39 kg) delivered a commanding performance by defeating her Kyrgyz opponent by fall. In the 58 kg Bronze medal bout, India outclassed Japan to add another medal to the tally. Despite narrow losses in several finals, the Indian girls displayed commendable skill and determination throughout the championship. The Greco-Roman team faced tough challenges and finished 5th in the overall medal tally. While most wrestlers lost out in Bronze medal bouts, Abhishek (48 kg) reached the final and secured a Silver Medal, falling short against Kazakhstan with an 8-0 scoreline. Additionally, Parnam Singh (68 kg) earned a Bronze Medal with a solid 10-1 win over the Kyrgyz wrestler. The list of medal winners is as follows: Gold Medal Winners (09): 41 Kg. / FS Vansh Ahlawat, 44 Kg. / FS Aaryan, 52 Kg. / FS Prathmesh Suryakant Patil, 62 Kg. / FS Rohit Maan, 68 Kg. / FS Sachin, 85 Kg. / FS Karti, 33 Kg. / WW Jiya, 39 Kg. / WW Diksha, 66 Kg. / WW Puravi Sharma. Silver Medal Winners (07): 57 Kg. / FS Dinesh Lahu Malpote, 36 Kg. / WW Rohini Khanu Devba, 42 Kg. / WW Gayatri Shinde46 Kg. / WW Vaishnavi Amol Torave, 54 Kg. / WW Simran, 62 Kg. / WW Ankita Kushvaha, 48 Kg. / GR Abhishek. Bronze Medal Winners (03): 75 Kg. / FS Love, 58 Kg. / WW Sukhman, 68 Kg. / GR Parnam Singh. (ANI)
News18
08-07-2025
- Sport
- News18
Paris Olympian Wrestler Reetika Hooda Fails Dope Test: Report
Reetika Hooda has reportedly been provisionally suspended by NADA for doping. She and two other Rohtak wrestlers have left the national camp. Wrestler Reetika Hooda, who represented India at the Paris Olympics and won a silver medal at the Asian Championships, has tested positive for a banned substance. The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) has provisionally suspended her, pending further investigation and confirmation through the disciplinary process, as per a report in Hindustan Times. According to a report by Hindustan Times, Hooda has been asked to leave the ongoing national wrestling camp at the Indira Gandhi Stadium by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) following her provisional suspension for a doping violation. The report also mentions that two other wrestlers, including an Asian Championships bronze medallist, have also tested positive for banned substances and have been provisionally suspended. 'They have left the national camp. Interestingly all three are from the same training centre in Rohtak," the official was quoted as saying to HT. Who Is Reetika Hooda? Reetika, who competes in the 76kg weight class, has become one of India's top wrestlers since she qualified for the Paris Olympics and reached the quarterfinals. She secured a silver medal at the Asian Championships this year, and won gold at the Ulaanbaatar ranking series in May. She was a strong contender for a medal at the world championships scheduled in Zagreb in September. NADA provisionally suspended Reetika on July 7, 2025. It was revealed that she failed the test during a selection trial at the IG Stadium, where the women's national camp is being held. Following her failed dope test, UWW has suspended her until July 7, 2026. The national wrestling camp resumed this year after the Sports Ministry's suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India was lifted in March. A senior WFI official mentioned that since there was no national camp for almost two years, wrestlers were training at their centres and thus were not monitored. 'The wrestlers are now in the national camp and are being regularly tested," said the official. About the Author Ritayan Basu First Published: July 08, 2025, 16:27 IST
Hindustan Times
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Paris Olympian wrestler Reetika Hooda fails dope test
New Delhi: Paris Olympian and Asian Championships silver medallist Reetika Hooda has tested positive for a banned substance and has been provisionally suspended by the National Anti Doping Agency. India's 76kg woman wrestler Reetika Hooda. (Getty Images) Reetika has been asked by Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to leave the ongoing national camp held at the IG Stadium, it has been learnt. Besides Reetika, two other wrestlers, including another Asian championship bronze medallist, have also failed dope tests and provisionally suspended, said a WFI official. 'They have left the national camp. Interestingly all three are from the same training centre in Rohtak,' the official added. Reetika, who competes in the 76kg weight class, has emerged as one of India's top wrestlers since she qualified for Paris Olympics and reached the quarterfinals. She won a silver medal at the Asian Championships this year, and gold at the Ulaanbaatar ranking series in May. She was one of India's strong contenders to win a medal at the world championships scheduled in Zagreb in September. NADA provisionally suspended Reetika on July 7, 2025. It was learnt she failed the test during a selection trial at the IG Stadium, where the women's national camp is on. Taking note of Reetika's failed dope test, UWW has suspended her until July 7, 2026. The wrestling national camp resumed this year, after the Sports Ministry's suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India was lifted in March. A senior WFI official said since there was no national camp for almost two years wrestlers were preparing at their training centres and therefore were not monitored. 'The wrestlers are now in the national camp and are being regularly tested,' said the official.
New Indian Express
07-07-2025
- Sport
- New Indian Express
Paris Olympian woman wrestler tests positive for doping
CHENNAI: IN another embarrassing turn of events, a top wrestler who was part of the Olympic Games in Paris last year tested positive for banned substance. It is learnt that the woman wrestler has been tested during an out-of-competition test. It is learnt that the wrestler had been a medallist at the U23 world championships as well. The woman wrestlers' sample was apparently taken in May and had even competed at the World Military Martial Arts Championship and had won a medal in June. According to sources in the know of things, the notice of charge has been issued and the wrestler had been provisionally suspended. She can go for B sample test and contest the ban. The National Anti-Doping Agency, the testing authority in India, apparently had taken the urine samples and have sent the notices to the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) and even the World Wrestling.
Hindustan Times
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Khaps, farmer unions to protest Brij Bhushan's visit at wrestler's felicitation
Representatives of various Khap panchayats and farmer organisations have announced that they will show black flags to Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, former chief of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), during his visit to Bond Kalan village on Sunday. Singh is expected to attend a felicitation ceremony honouring Asian gold medallist wrestler Rachna Parmar. Phogat Khap's acting president, Krishan Phogat, objected strongly, stating, 'Brij Bhushan's name has come up in a sexual harassment case that is currently under judicial consideration. Such individuals should not be welcomed at social gatherings.' (HT File) Parmar recently won a gold medal at the Under-17 Asian Wrestling Championship held in Vietnam. The event's organisers had extended invitations to Bhiwani-Mahendergarh MP Dharambir Singh, Dadri BJP MLA Suneel Sangwan, and Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh to participate in the celebration. However, opposition to Singh's presence has been mounting. Phogat Khap's acting president, Krishan Phogat, objected strongly, stating, 'Brij Bhushan's name has come up in a sexual harassment case that is currently under judicial consideration. Such individuals should not be welcomed at social gatherings.' He also accused Singh of targeting former wrestler Vinesh Phogat. 'He ran a smear campaign against our daughter, Vinesh. His presence only seeks to divide the community. The BJP MLA and MP should refrain from attending if they support him,' he said. Echoing similar concerns, Athgama Khap chief Ranbir Singh said the organisers should reflect on their decision to invite Singh to the event. On the other hand, Pawan Kumar, media coordinator of the Charkhi Dadri Rajput Mahasabha, criticised the protest calls. He said, 'Some self-styled leaders are trying to politicise the visit. Rachna Parmar, like many others, belongs to the farming community, and there is no widespread resentment in the area.' Tensions remain high ahead of the ceremony, with both sides standing firm on their views regarding Brij Bhushan's participation.
