Under the aegis of the Nagaland Wrestling Association (NWA) and in collaboration with the Nagaland Olympic Association (NOA) and the Department of Youth Resources & Sports, Nagaland the State level Championship 2026 Cum final selection in preparation of 39th National Games 2027 of Greco Roma, Freestyle and Women Wrestling was held on October 20 at Multi-Purpose Hall, Viswema under Kohima.

According a press statement issued by NWA Media Cell, Director of Youth Resources & Sports, Government of Nagaland, Kethosituo Sekhose graced the championship as the Special Guest and encouraged the wrestlers to strive forward with discipline, dedication and punctuality where vast provisions are lying ahead in their future endeavors. He was accompanied by Joint Director, Nyuwitho Nyuthe.

The championship cum trial selection successfully culminated with good number of wrestlers vying for the title. The NWA expressed its gratitude to Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) for all the logical support by providing 3 sets of Wrestling Mat of World Class standard and Gym equipment’s with more than rupees 2 crores.

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The NWA further thanked Chief Minister Dr. Neiphi-u Rio for supporting the Association with all forms of requirement cash, kind and resources and not forgetting the Department of Youth Resources & Sports, Nagaland.

Earlier, NWA Publicity Secretary, Er Seyielhouvi Nagi chaired the function, NWA President, Vivolie Kezo delivered keynote address while Krovil Bendict Vitsu, Sr Catechist, St Joseph Catholic Church, Viswema invoked God’s blessing for the championship.

The following were the results of the day Championship:

FREESTYLE WRESTLING