Kabaddi World Cup 2025 Kicks Off in the UK

The inaugural Kabaddi World Cup 2025 kicked off today in the UK Midlands. This year’s tournament marks a significant milestone as it is the first time the prestigious event is being held outside Asia. The matches will be played across multiple venues, including Birmingham, Coventry, Walsall, and Wolverhampton. Kabaddi, a sport that originated in India, has gained significant international popularity, and the UK is ready to host this high-stakes tournament.

India is the dominant favorite, having claimed the title multiple times in previous World Cup editions. Other teams such as England, Scotland, and several other top-tier nations will also compete, aiming to dethrone the reigning champions.

The tournament will run for a week and promises to be a thrilling competition, featuring intense clashes between the world’s best Kabaddi teams. The matches are being streamed live for free on BBC iPlayer and talkSPORT’s YouTube channel, offering an excellent opportunity for fans around the world to witness the excitement.

Kabaddi is known for its unique blend of strategy and physicality, where two teams of seven players each compete to score points by raiding the opposing team’s half of the court while holding their breath. The UK tournament will undoubtedly provide a global platform for this rapidly growing sport.