Photo : BSS

DHAKA, August 1, 2025 (BSS) - Bogra district clinched both the men's and women's titles in the Padma Zone of the National Kabaddi Championship, which ended today at Shaheed Chandu Stadium in Bogra.

In the men's division, eight districts competed. Bogra reached the final after beating Joypurhat by 34-18 points in the semi-final, while Rajshahi edged past Pabna by 29-22 points. In the final, Bogra defeated Rajshahi by 25-19 points to take the title.

Six teams took part in the women's division. Bogra beat Rajshahi by 24-21 points in a close semi-final, while Pabna overcame Joypurhat by 34-23 points. In the final, host Bogra dominated Pabna with a 40-18 point win to emerge champions.

The Bangladesh Kabaddi Federation has divided the national event into eight zones. 

The next phase will be held in Rangpur under the Teesta Zone. Zonal champions will advance to the inter-district stage. The top teams from there, along with services teams, will compete in the national finals in Dhaka.

Organizers hope this zonal format will help promote kabaddi across the country.