India Announces Squad for World Wrestling Championships 2025 in Zagreb, Croatia

India has finalized a strong 10-member men's freestyle squad for the 2025 World Wrestling Championships in Zagreb, Croatia. Aman Sehrawat, a Paris Olympics medallist, will headline the team, while other notable participants include Sujeet Kalkal, Deepak Punia, and rising stars Mukul Dahiya and Jaideep. The team will aim for multiple podium finishes on the global stage.

India has finalized a robust 10-member men's freestyle squad for the 2025 World Wrestling Championships, scheduled to take place in Zagreb, Croatia, from September 13 to 21. The team, led by Paris Olympics medallist Aman Sehrawat, is poised to make a significant impact on the global stage.

Aman Sehrawat, who became India's youngest individual Olympic medallist at the 2024 Paris Games, will headline the team in the 57kg category. Despite appearing slightly rusty in the semi-finals, Sehrawat showcased his dominance in the final, securing a commanding 12–2 victory over Rahul. His performance in the trials underscores his status as a cornerstone of Indian men's freestyle wrestling [1].

Sujeet Kalkal, a rising star in the 65kg category, was a standout performer in the trials. Despite a close final match against Vishal Kaliraman, Kalkal's focus on strength and conditioning paid off, securing his spot in the squad. Kalkal's performances in Ulaanbaatar and Budapest have been instrumental in his preparation [1].

Deepak Punia, who lost the bronze medal match at Tokyo 2020, will compete in the 92kg category. Punia's dominant victories in the trials, including a 9–0 semi-final win and a pin against Sachin in the final, demonstrate his prowess in the new weight class. While his long-term aim is to return to the 86kg category, he feels comfortable in the 92kg class for now [1].

Mukul Dahiya, a youngster from Delhi, has made waves in the 86kg category. He defeated Ashish in the final and secured a place at the U20 World Championships, beginning August 17. Dahiya's emergence as a talent to watch is a promising sign for India's wrestling future [1].

The team also includes Rohit and Jaideep, who emerged as solid performers in the 70kg and 74kg categories, respectively. Their disciplined tactics and aggressive starts helped them secure their spots in the squad [1].

Rajat and Vicky, in the 97kg and 125kg categories, showcased tactical maturity and brute strength, respectively, to claim their berths in the team [1].

The Indian wrestling squad is well-prepared for the challenges ahead, with a mix of seasoned grapplers and exciting young talent. The team will aim for multiple podium finishes at the 2025 World Wrestling Championships, reflecting the resilience and determination of Indian wrestling [1].

References:
[1] https://www.olympics.com/en/news/world-wrestling-championships-2025-india-squad-team
[2] https://www.business-standard.com/sports/other-sports-news/world-wrestling-championship-2025-indian-squad-aman-sehrawat-125080500412_1.html