The 72nd National Senior Men’s Kabaddi Championship is scheduled to take place from February 24 to February 27, 2026 in Vadodara, Gujarat.
The competition will be held at SAG Indoor Sports Complex, New Sama Road. It is organised by the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI).
The championship is likely to feature 35 states, along with Indian Railways and Services teams, making it one of the largest kabaddi tournaments in the country. A key event in the domestic kabaddi calendar, the championship provides a critical platform for elite state-level players and a pathway to professional competitions such as the Pro Kabaddi League.
Tushar Arothe, Org. Secretary, Gujarat Kabaddi Association, added “As hosts of this year’s National Senior Men’s Kabaddi Championship, the Gujarat Kabaddi Association is honoured to welcome the best teams from across the country to Vadodara. We are delighted that SportVot will be live streaming the tournament, giving supporters everywhere an opportunity to experience the passion and skill of our players in real time. This collaboration not only celebrates the spirit of kabaddi but also brings our grassroots heroes closer to a national audience.”
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Where to watch National Senior Men’s Kabaddi Championship 2026?
SportVot has secured exclusive live-streaming rights for the National Senior Men’s Kabaddi Championship 2026.
Siddhant Agarwal, Founder & CEO, SportVot, said “Kabaddi is deeply rooted in India’s sporting culture, and national championships like this are where the future of the sport is shaped. By digitising and live-streaming the National Senior Men’s Kabaddi Championship, we aim to give athletes the visibility they deserve and fans an experience that matches the intensity of the game. This is a big stage, and we believe consistent coverage plays a key role in building the next kabaddi legacy.”
For the first time, one of India’s most prestigious domestic kabaddi tournaments will be streamed live nationwide, allowing fans across the country to witness the action in real time through the SportVot App.
Haryana will return to defend their title after a dominant performance in the previous edition.
