National Junior Wrestling Championship kicks off across Pakistan

The U17 and U-19 National Wrestling Championship has officially commenced across Pakistan under the joint collaboration of the Pakistan Army and the Pakistan Wrestling Federation (PWF).

The championship aims to identify and promote young and talented wrestlers at the national and international levels.

In this regard, trials for District Gujranwala will be held on Friday, 9 January 2026, at the Gujranwala Sports Complex.

 

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The national event will feature the participation of international wrestlers, national medalists, and emerging young talent.

The event will also provide young athletes with an opportunity to make a case for selection in the national team.

The National Wrestling Championship eligibility criteria and weight classes to ensure fair play are mentioned below.

U-17 Division:

This category is open to athletes born in 2009 or later. It focuses on younger competitors with five specific weight categories: 30 kg, 35 kg, 40 kg, 45 kg, and 50 kg.

U-19 Division:

This category is designed for older youth athletes born in 2007 or later. Because these athletes are more developed, the weight classes are much broader, ranging from light-heavy to heavyweight.

The categories include 57 kg, 61 kg, 65 kg, 70 kg, 74 kg, 79 kg, 86 kg, 92 kg, 97 kg, and 125 kg.

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