Four Nations Junior U20 Boys Kabaddi Cup 2026 to Be Held

The inaugural Four Nations Junior U20 Boys Kabaddi Cup 2026 is scheduled to take place from November 21 to 23 at the Dasharath Rangasala Covered Hall in Kathmandu, Nepal. The international championship will feature junior boys’ teams from Nepal, Thailand, Malaysia and Bangladesh, while India will participate as an invited guest team.

Organised by the All Nepal Kabaddi Association under the aegis of the International Kabaddi Federation (IKF), the three day tournament will be contested in the Junior Boys U20 category, with a maximum weight limit of 75 kg.

The championship aims to provide young kabaddi players with an international platform to compete against teams from different countries and gain valuable match experience.

Four Nations Junior Kabaddi Cup 2026: Tournament Details

The first edition of the Four Nations Cup will be hosted in Kathmandu, with the Dasharath Rangasala Covered Hall selected as the venue for the competition.

Tournament Details	Information
Tournament Name	First Four Nation Cup Kabaddi Championship 2026
Category	Junior Boys U20
Weight Category	75 kg and below
Start Date	November 21, 2026
Final Date	November 23, 2026
Venue	Dasharath Rangasala Covered Hall
Host Country	Nepal
Organiser	All Nepal Kabaddi Association
Governing Body	International Kabaddi Federation

Five Nations to Feature in the Kathmandu Championship

Nepal, Thailand, Malaysia and Bangladesh are the four participating nations named for the inaugural championship. India will also take part as an invited guest team.

The host nation, Nepal, will have the opportunity to compete on home ground, while Thailand, Malaysia and Bangladesh will travel to Kathmandu for the international event. India’s participation will add another competitive team to the junior championship.

The tournament is expected to offer players an opportunity to test their skills against international opponents and gain experience at the junior level.

Four Nations Junior U20 Boys Kabaddi Cup 2026 Schedule

The championship will be held over three days, from November 21 to November 23. The official programme also includes team arrivals, a managers’ meeting and player weigh-ins on November 20.

Date	Programme
November 20, 2026	Team arrivals, managers’ meeting and player weigh-in
November 21, 2026	Opening ceremony and competition
November 22, 2026	Competition
November 23, 2026	Final, closing ceremony and medal distribution

The managers’ meeting is scheduled for November 20 at 7:30 PM, followed by the player weigh-in at 8:15 PM. The final and medal distribution are scheduled for November 23.

The detailed match fixtures and individual match timings can be checked through official tournament announcements.

U20 Age Limit and 75 KG Weight Category

The competition is specifically organised for junior boys under the age of 20, with players required to meet the maximum weight limit of 75 kg.

As stated in the official tournament announcement, participating players must provide a passport copy showing a date of birth of January 1, 2006, or later. The weight check will be conducted once before the matches begin.

These eligibility requirements will apply to all participating teams to maintain consistency across the competition.

International Kabaddi Federation to Support the Championship

The All Nepal Kabaddi Association is organising the tournament under the aegis of the International Kabaddi Federation. The championship is part of an effort to strengthen international participation and provide more competitive opportunities for emerging kabaddi players.

The organisers have also proposed holding future editions every eight months, with participating countries taking turns to host the competition. This would create a recurring platform for junior players and encourage greater cooperation among kabaddi associations.

Further announcements regarding team squads, match fixtures and tournament arrangements are expected through the official channels.

Where to Follow Official Tournament Updates

The International Kabaddi Federation has published the announcement for the First Four Nation Cup Kabaddi Championship 2026. Updates regarding the tournament can be followed through its official website.