Iran Runner-Up at 2023 Junior Kabaddi World Championships

Iran was defeated against India 40-33 in the final match on Saturday.

The competition began on February 28 in Orumiyeh, Iran and finished on March 4.

Iran defeated Chinese Taipei 62-25, Uganda 67-28, and Bangladesh 56-17 and beat Nepal 60-37 before advancing to the final in Orumiyeh.

The bronze medal was jointly won by Nepal and Pakistan.

The tournament was organized and held in Iran for the second successive time with the host winning the inaugural edition.