Venuzo Dawhuo was adjudged Hornbill Champion at the 17th edition of the Hornbill International Naga Wrestling Championship 2024 which was held at Chiechama, Kohima on 6th December 2024.
Consul General, Royal Bhutanese Consulate General, Guwahati, Kingdom of Bhutan, Jigme Thinlye Namgyal graced the event as the special guest. In his opening remark, Namgyal acknowledged the State Government for facilitating their visit and giving the opportunity to witness the 17th Hornbill International Naga Wrestling Championship 2024 as Special Guest. He stated that this festival is special for them because they could see and feel all the 18 major Naga tribes, which are quite unique from each other and their colourful attires, all naturally inspired along with a rich music culture.
Wrestling, which he got to witness, is a traditionally cherished sport in their culture too, he stated.
He also invited friends from Nagaland to come to their event: the Rhododendron Week in the coming spring and assured that it will be a good opportunity to experience the indigenous culture and pristine nature of some of Bhutan’s most exotic communities.
Witnessed the 17th Hornbill International Naga Wrestling Championship along with H.E Mr. Jigme Thinlye Namgyal, Consul General, Royal Bhutanese Consulate, Guwahati. A showcase of strength, skill and unity featuring wrestlers from various tribes of the State and beyond. pic.twitter.com/SRBqqFeqAw
— Neiphiu Rio (@Neiphiu_Rio) December 6, 2024
While Venuzo Dawhuo bagged the 1st position in the Hornbill championship for men while Seyiejalie Gwirie secured the 1st in the category of 90 kg and below and Keneiselie Khawakhrie in the category of 75 kg and below.
For the 1st time, exhibition match for women category comprising of 65 kg and below and 65 kg and above was held in the Hornbill International Naga Wrestling. Altogether 50 wrestlers with 40 Men and 10 Women took part in the championship.
RESULTS
HORNBILL CHAMPIONSHIP
Champion: Venuzo Dawhuo
Runner up: Venu Vadeo
Semi finalists: Kezhaseluo Pienyü & Vemele Thingo
90 Kg & Below category
Champion: Seviejalie Gwirie
Runner up; Thuputha Hesuh
Semi finalists: Neikerhezo Zhünvü & Vevokho Ruho
75 Kg & Below category
Champion: Keneiselie Khawakhrie
Runner up: Rokuokehie Khawakhrie
Semi finalists: Kuluvezo Soho & Nlumrai
