Iran defeated Punjab 41-40 in a thrilling opening encounter of 40th National Kabaddi Championship at cycling velodrome, Nishtar Park Sports Complex.
40th National Kabaddi Championship
The National Men's Kabaddi Championship starting from Wednesday 28th February will feature fourteen teams. Iranian Kabaddi team will be the main attraction during the National Kabaddi Championship being held at the National Training and Coaching Center, Lahore. Iranian team during its seven day stay in the city will play five matches.
| Following are the Teams: | |
Iran | Army |
Pakistan Air Force | WAPDA |
| Railways | Police |
| Higher Education Commission | Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited |
| POF Wah | Punjab |
| Sindh | Balochistan |
| Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | Islamabad |
