Indian Wrestler Sakshi Malik Remains Unbeaten in PWL-2

Olympic bronze medallist Sakshi Malik remained unbeaten in the second edition of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL).

Apart from Sakshi, Marwa Amri of Tunisia, Magomed Kurbanaliev, Abdusalam Gadisov and Ilias Bekbulatov of Russia, Erica Wieb of Canada, Jabrayil Hasanov and Mariya Standnik of Azerbaijan also remained unbeaten throughout the tournament, the organisers announced.

In the second edition, a total of 1,102 points were scored in the 18 matches in which 10 wrestlers suffered defeat while 15 were victims of technical falls.

The founder and promoter of ProSportify Kartikeya Sharma said that in 18 days, 25 matches were decided on clean wins and technical decisions.

"I am happy that Indian wrestlers got a golden opportunity to battle against world's best grapplers. This experience will help them in the long run," he said.

In the final, NCR Punjab defeated Haryana Hammers 5-4 to lay their hands on the trophy.

Source: http://www.daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay.aspx?newsID=434204

World Champion Adeline Gray to Participate in Pro Wrestling League

Three time World champion Adeline Gray of the USA, Rio Olympics silver medallist Mariya Stadnik of Azerbaijan and bronze medallist Sofia Mattson of Sweden will be among the big foreign wrestlers who have confirmed their participation in the second edition of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL), starting from December 15.

Multiple European medallist Yana Rattigan of Ukraine and Worlds bronze medallists Odunayo of Nigeria and Vasilisa Marzulik will be the other attractions of the league. All of them have participated in the Rio Olympics.

Welcoming the big International stars to the league, Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh hoped that more such wrestlers would be seen in action this season.

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Growth Ways convention today

International speakers have started arriving in Kathmandu to participate in the Growth Ways, media and entrepreneurship convention to be held in the capital city on Thursday.

Renowned columnist and novelist Shobhaa De arrived in Kathmandu on Wednesday and other speakers are scheduled to land in the capital early on Thursday.

Shripad Kulkarni, managing director of Vizeum India Dentsu Aegus Network, Kartikeya Sharma founder of iTV Media and Anurag Batra, chairman and editor-in-chief of Business World, among others will shed light on media and entrepreneurship at the convention.

The event, which is organized by Nepal Republic Media, is presented by ZTE Smart Phone and Soaltee Crowne Plaza is the official hotel.

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Pro Wrestling League Set to Get Bigger and Better

The second edition of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) promises to be bigger and better than the inaugural one with the world’s top grapplers set to feature in the one month-long event beginning in December. The auction for the event is likely to take place November 15.

PWL-2 was unveiled here Thursday with several top-notch wrestlers of the world, including India’s Sakshi Malik, walking the ramp wearing designer clothes. Sakshi said the league has helped her in becoming a top wrestler and she is looking forward to second season.

“The league gives an opportunity to young and talented Indians to face the world’s top wrestlers and improve their game. I am certainly looking forward to the tournament as I get to learn a lot,” Sakshi, who was wearing a Rohit Bal creation, said.

Besides Sakshi, three other Olympic medallists Yogeshwar Dutt, Sofia Mattson of Sweden and Mariya Stadnik of Azerbaijan along with CWG medallist Yana Rattigan, Geeta Phogat, Babita Kumari walked the ramp for designers like Bal, JJ Vallaya, Ashish Soni and Rohit Gandhi.

London Olympics bronze medallist Yogeshwar said while it is unlikely for him to take part in the upcoming league as his wedding is scheduled in January next year, he is still trying to work things out and play a few matches.

“I want to play in the League. I am trying to find out some time so that I can be a part of PWL-2,” said Yogeshwar.

Asked if Pakistani wrestlers should be allowed to take part in the League, Yogeshwar said, “They should not be a part of the league till the situation between the two countries improves.”

He also informed that since Sakshi’s bronze medal feat at Rio, women have become interested in wrestling and the PWL will be a great platform to showcase their talent. “This is the event where you pit yourself against the best. If you win, you are instantly noticed,” stated Yogeshwar. PTI

Top Stars for Pro Wrestling League Season 2

Three-time World champion Adeline Gray of USA, Rio Olympics silver medallist Mariya Stadnik of Azerbaijan, and bronze medallist Sofia Mattson of Sweden will be among the big foreign wrestlers in the second edition of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) starting from December 15.

Multiple European medallist Yana Rattigan of Ukraine and World bronze medallists Odunayo of Nigeria and Vasilisa Marzulik will be the other attractions of the league.

All of them participated in the Rio Olympics.

Welcoming the big international stars to the league, Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh hoped more such wrestlers would be seen in action this season.

Second Edition of Pro Wrestling League (PWL) to Start December 15, 2016

More than 100 wrestlers are expected to take part in the second season of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL), which gets underway from December 15, the organisers announced on Thursday.

The organisers announced numerous additions in the second season as the cash rich tournament will be expanded to an eight-team affair in place of the earlier six, while also increasing the pool of domestic players from 54 to 80 in the initial draft. The initial draft of foreign recruits has also been raised from 24 to 40 players.

The tournament will also be a month long event instead of the 18-day affair in the inaugural edition last year.

Speaking of the overwhelming response and growth of Pro Wrestling League, Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh said: "Wrestling as a sport has contributed towards the growth of sporting fabric of India. With sterling performances in the last three Olympics for India, wrestling followers are now becoming more vocal and visible."

"While local 'Dangals' enjoyed unprecedented live spectators, data suggests that on TV, wrestling emerged as the most watched Olympic sport for Indian audience in the last 12 months."

"The growth is a result of hard work and progressive outlook of our officials across the country. I thank state units and the professional team of ProSportify (commercial partners of Pro Wrestling League) for doing a commendable job in such a short span."

"Pro Wrestling League had direct impact on recent Olympic medallist Sakshi Malik, as she got an opportunity to study, share & compete alongside the best wrestlers in the world during PWL," he added.

ProSportify founder Kartikeya Sharma also reiterated: "We have created a friendly format for TV viewing sports fans whilst keeping the ethos, mat rules and rich tradition of the game intact. Additionally, our three innovations worked heavily in Pro Wrestling League's favour."

"Essentially, converting an individual sport into a Team Game with boys and girls representing the same team. Secondly, introduction of 'Toss' and subsequently 'Player Blocking' added a sense of suspense, excitement and drama in the competitive fast-paced game".

"Wrestling is deeply rooted in Indian cultural ethos and is the biggest sporting export from India to the world. We were privileged to enthuse over three crore sports fans every day in Season 1 and promise to surpass our stellar performance this year," he added.

--IANS

Pro Wrestling League (PWL) second edition from Dec. 15

The second edition of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) is all set to commence from December 15 and will feature eight teams, which is two more than last year.

Besides increasing the number of teams, Pro Wrestling League on Thursday announced numerous other additions in the upcoming second season like enhancing the players’ pool and the duration of the event.

From the initial draft of 54, the players’ pool will now have 80 wrestlers, while the duration has been increased from 18 days to a month.

Started with the aim to provide an international platform for the country’s talented wrestlers to compete with the world’s best, PWL will now feature over 40 international grapplers as compared to 24 last year.

Kartikeya Sharma Founder & Promoter ProSportify (Commercial Partners of Pro Wrestling League) said: “We enthuses over three crore fans every day in season one and promise to surpass our stellar performance in the second year.” — PTI