Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Sunday unveiled the official trophy of the 2nd Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025.
The unveiling took place at the state guest house Jamuna, in the presence of representatives from all participating nations.
The ceremony marked the formal kickoff of one of the world’s most anticipated women’s kabaddi tournaments and highlighted Bangladesh’s readiness to welcome the global kabaddi community.
Bangladesh will host the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup for the first time, with the tournament scheduled from 17 to 24 November 2025 at the Shaheed Suhrawardy Indoor Stadium in Dhaka.
The event celebrated not only the arrival of the tournament but also Bangladesh’s growing leadership in promoting women’s sports internationally.
Speaking at the ceremony, Professor Yunus emphasized the significance of hosting the World Cup in Dhaka and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring an inclusive, inspiring, and world-class tournament. He welcomed all visiting teams and appreciated the efforts of organizers, athletes, and partners working to make the championship a success.
The 2025 edition of the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup will bring together top national teams for eight days of intense competition, cultural exchange, and global sportsmanship.
Organizers from the Bangladesh Kabaddi Federation confirmed that preparations are in full swing, including comprehensive arrangements for logistics, security, team accommodation, and audience participation.
The tournament will officially open on November 17, with matches held daily leading up to the final on November 24. Participating countries are Bangladesh, Chinese Taipei, Germany, Iran, India, Kenya, Nepal, Poland, Thailand, Uganda, and Zanzibar.
At the event, Sports Adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan stated that the government is actively promoting women athletes and expanding opportunities for their participation in competitive sports. He noted that women in Bangladesh are consistently proving their talent on the international stage, and the government is committed to providing all necessary support for them to excel. He added that the success of women athletes is a matter of national pride and a powerful inspiration for the next generation.
