CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The West Midlands region in England is set to host the 2025 Kabaddi World Cup, it has been announced. This will mark the first time that the event is held outside of Asia.

Detailed explanation-2: -England destination has hosted ancient sport in the past Kabaddi is now played in more than 50 countries, having grown in stature as a mainstream sport. The 2025 Kabaddi World Cup will be organized by England Kabaddi, Scottish Kabaddi and the British Kabaddi League.

Detailed explanation-3: -The West Midlands in England will host the 4th Kabaddi World Cup in the first quarter of 2025. This was announced by the World Kabaddi Federation (WKF) on 12 November 2022.

Detailed explanation-4: -2nd edition of the Junior kabaddi world cup is scheduled between 26th Feb – 5th March 2023. Iran will host the 2nd edition of the Junior kabaddi world cup. 1st edition of the world cup was also held at Kish Island, Iran.

Detailed explanation-5: -Team Delhi won the Kabaddi League 2022.