National Greco-Roman Pahlawani wrestling trials have officially started in Kabul, bringing together 500 athletes from six provinces to compete for places on Afghanistan’s national team.
Kabul | By Amir Afghan
ASJFNews | December 24 2025
The National Greco-Roman Pahlawani Wrestling Team Trials officially kicked off in the capital, organized by the National Federation of Pahlawani Greco-Roman Wrestling in cooperation with the General Directorate of Olympic, Physical Education and Sports.
The four-day competition features the participation of 500 wrestlers from six provinces across the country. The tournament is being conducted in the Greco-Roman style, with athletes competing in the senior category across ten weight divisions.
At the conclusion of the trials, 40 top-performing wrestlers will be selected to join the Afghanistan National Greco-Roman Pahlawani Team, based on their performance and technical assessment by the coaching and judging panels.
Officials said the event aims to identify elite talent, strengthen the national team, and support the continued development of wrestling in Afghanistan.
Pahlawani wrestling is one of Afghanistan’s most historic and respected sports, combining physical strength with discipline and tradition. The Greco-Roman style has gained increasing attention through structured competitions and national programs.
The National Federation, in coordination with sports authorities, continues to organize selection tournaments to prepare athletes for regional and international competitions, while promoting talent development at the grassroots and elite levels.