Archive · 20 Jan 2026
SAI wins 51st Junior National Kabaddi Championship
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) won the 51st Junior National Kabaddi Championship by beating Uttar Pradesh 42-26 in the final.
SAI had a strong lead in the first half and maintained control in the second half.
They also had impressive wins in the semi-finals against Haryana and Goa.
The championship celebrated young kabaddi talent and the growing popularity of the sport.
The trophy was presented by Penamaluru MLA Bode Prasad, who spoke about the government's support for sports and the importance of kabaddi for discipline and teamwork.
SAI won the 51st Junior National Kabaddi Championship with a 42-26 victory over Uttar Pradesh in the final.
SAI dominated the first half with a 37-19 lead and maintained control in the second half.
In the semi-finals, SAI defeated defending champions Haryana 49-24, and Uttar Pradesh beat Goa 37-35.
The championship highlighted the growing popularity of kabaddi and provided a platform for young talent.
Penamaluru MLA Bode Prasad presented the trophies and emphasized the government's support for sports and the benefits of kabaddi.
- Who
- Sports Authority of India (SAI) and Uttar Pradesh
- What
- 51st Junior (Under-20) National Kabaddi Championship
- When
- Sunday evening
- Where
- Sri Seetharama Gardens, Edupugallu, Kankipadu mandal, Krishna district
- Why
- To showcase and promote kabaddi talent at the junior national level
- Event
- 51st Junior (Under-20) National Kabaddi Championship
- Winner
- Sports Authority of India (SAI)
- Runner-up
- Uttar Pradesh
- Final Score
- 42-26
- Venue
- Sri Seetharama Gardens, Edupugallu, Kankipadu mandal, Krishna district
- Date
- Sunday evening
- Semi-finalists
- Haryana, Goa
- Trophy Presenters
- Penamaluru MLA Bode Prasad
