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The talented wrestlers from Pakistan are set to launch their campaign today at the Asian Youth Games 2025, taking place in Manama, Bahrain.
The national team features Hassan Ali (71kg) and Muhammad Abdullah (65kg), both determined to make an impression against Asia’s finest young grapplers.
Hassan will compete in his pre-quarterfinal bout today (October 27) against Marafi Abdul Rahman of Jordan, while Abdullah will take the mat on October 29 to face S. Aliyev of Azerbaijan.
According to the event schedule, all mat wrestling bouts will begin at 12:00 PM Pakistan Standard Time (PST), while beach wrestling competitions are slated for October 30, where Pakistani wrestlers will also be seen in action.
In preparation for the Games, the Pakistan Wrestling Federation (PWF) conducted a two-month national training camp in Gujranwala, focusing on technique, endurance, and mental conditioning under the supervision of coach and secretary general Inam Butt.
Speaking ahead of the opening bout, Inam Butt expressed confidence in his young squad’s preparation.
“Our wrestlers are fully prepared to give their best today. Insha’Allah, they will win medals and raise the green crescent flag high for Pakistan,” he said.
The PWF has called on the nation to extend prayers and support for its athletes as they aim to bring home laurels from Bahrain.
Pakistan has sent a 53-member contingent to the Asian Youth Games 2025, which are being held in Bahrain from October 22 to 31.
The country has already opened its account at the event, claiming a bronze medal in the boys’ kabaddi competition.
The Asian Youth Games 2025 mark the third edition of the multi-sport event, featuring young athletes from across the continent competing in a wide range of disciplines
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