Bandipora Clinches IDPL Kabaddi Boys U-14 Title, Defeats Baramulla by Four Points in Thrilling Finale
*Anantnag defeated Kupwara by a narrow margin of one point, winning 25–24 and securing third place in the championship*
Rayees Jamil | Inside Kashmir
Kupwara, August 31, 2026: The *Inter-District Provincial Level (IDPL) Kabaddi Boys U-14 Championship concluded today with a grand finale at BHSS Nagri* Kupwara, witnessing an exciting and closely contested final between District Bandipora and District Baramulla.
In a thrilling championship encounter,
*District Bandipora emerged victorious over District Baramulla by 4 points, securing the coveted U-14 Boys IDPL Kabaddi title. Bandipora scored 42 points while Baramulla finished with 38 points* Both teams displayed excellent skill, determination, teamwork and sporting spirit, keeping the spectators and officials engaged throughout the exciting final.
The *closing ceremony was attended by the Chief Guest, Principal, BHSS Nagri, Mr.Ghulam mohammad lone while DO Police Post Nagri Malpora, Mr.Mohd akbar was the Guest of Honour. Officials, technical staff, coaches, selectors, participants, sports enthusiasts and local spectators were also present on the occasion*
The dignitaries appreciated the efforts of the Department of Youth Services & Sports, Kupwara, for successfully hosting the IDPL Kabaddi Championship and providing young sportspersons with a platform to compete at the provincial level.
*DYSSO Kupwara Mr. Shiekh shafqat iqbal expressed sincere appreciation* and gratitude to all participating districts, officials, coaches, technical staff, selectors and players for their valuable contribution, cooperation and commitment towards the successful conduct of the championship.
*Activity Incharge, Kupwara, Mr. Mohd. Amin Lone, conveyed his heartfelt thanks* to the distinguished guests, coaches, technical officials, selectors and participants for maintaining discipline, sportsmanship and a positive competitive spirit throughout the tournament.
*Convenor, IDPL Kabaddi Boys U-14, Mr. Fayaz Ahmad Tantray, appreciated* the dedicated efforts of the technical staff, coaches, players and participating teams, stating that their professionalism and cooperation played an important role in making the championship a successful sporting event.
Special appreciation was also extended to the selectors and technical officials, who discharged their responsibilities with dedication and professionalism throughout the championship.
The grand finale concluded on a highly positive note, celebrating the talent, discipline, determination and sporting excellence of young Kabaddi players from across the districts.
District Youth Services & Sports Kupwara
*congratulates District Bandipora on winning the IDPL Kabaddi Boys U-14 Championship and appreciates District Baramulla for their spirited and commendable performance in the grand finale*
Issued by: district publicity cordinator Kupwara
