Regional Kurash and Traditional Martial Arts Tournament Opens in Kabul
A three-day regional tournament featuring traditional martial arts and Kurash wrestling opened in Kabul on Thursday, drawing approximately 160 athletes from seven countries. Competitors from Afghanistan, Iran, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, and Turkey are participating in the event, which is scheduled to conclude after three days of competition.
Taliban officials attended the opening ceremony, with senior figures addressing the gathering. Amir Khan Muttaqi stated that the tournament reflects improved security conditions and fosters regional cooperation. Ahmadullah Wasiq also spoke at the event, emphasizing the role of sports in promoting unity among neighboring nations.
The competition highlights the revival of traditional athletic disciplines in the capital, though it takes place against the backdrop of longstanding restrictions on female athletes. Since the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan in August 2021, women have been barred from participating in organized sports. The current tournament features exclusively male competitors, consistent with the administration’s policies on public athletic events.
The matches will proceed over the coming days, with athletes competing in established Kurash and traditional martial arts formats. Event coordinators have arranged the schedule to maximize regional participation and highlight the cultural significance of these disciplines. Spectators and delegations from participating nations are expected to attend the closing ceremonies once the final bouts are completed.
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Where reports agree
- The event is a three-day regional martial arts/Kurash tournament hosted in Kabul that started on Thursday.
- Approximately 160 athletes from Afghanistan, Iran, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, and Turkey are participating.
Where reports differ
- No factual disagreements exist between the sources; Amu TV provides additional contextual details, specific disciplines, and official quotes that Hurriyat omits, but neither source contradicts the other.
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