July 08, 2026 07:50 pm (IST)
Pakistan barred from Kabaddi World Cup
New Delhi, Oct 5 (IBNS): Pakistan has been debarred from participating in the Kabaddi World Cup 2016, which begins in Ahmedabad on Friday, the media reported on Wednesday.
The International Kabaddi Federation took the decision following the escalation in tension between India and Pakistan.
The two week long tournament will see countries such as Iran, Australia, South Korea, England, Poland, Kenya and Argentina, US and hosts India participating.
Image: Kabaddi World Cup website
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