New Delhi, January 16, 2026: Jamia Millia Islamia’s Games & Sports Department teamed up with Zurkhanesh Sports & Kushti Federation (India) to host the 5th World Cup Zurkhanesh Sports & Koshti Pahlavani Championship on December 23-24, 2025. Held at the iconic Nawab Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi Sports Complex, this blockbuster event saw 130 powerhouse athletes from 7 nations battle it out: Iran, Iraq, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Uganda, Tanzania, and India!
Star Performer from JMI: BA (Hons) Hindi first-year student Mr. Waseem Khan grabbed a shining SILVER in the 80 kg category! 🇮🇳
India’s Medal Haul – Pure Glory! 🏅
- Mr. Aniket Sharma – 60 kg – GOLD
- Mr. Parshant Kumar – 70 kg – GOLD
- Mr. Waseem Khan – 80 kg – SILVER
- Mr. Sumit Kumar – 90 kg – BRONZE
Kushti Pahlavani Top Ranks:
- Iran – Champions!
- India – Silver Stars
- Azerbaijan – Bronze
Overall Championship Winners:
- Iran – Dominators
- Iraq – Runners-up
- Azerbaijan – Third Place
JMI Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mazhar Asif hailed the organizers’ “sincere efforts” and cheered all global stars. Registrar Prof. Md. Mahtab Alam Rizvi praised the flawless execution, while Chairman Prof. Mohd. Mahfuzul Haque handed out medals amid thunderous applause. Director Prof. Nafis Ahmad thanked the team and wished fighters “future victories.”
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