WFI Rankings: Greco champions crowned, women advance

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) Senior Open Ranking Tournament 2026 continued to shape the domestic wrestling landscape in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, with the conclusion of the men’s Greco-Roman events and the women’s competition progressing into its decisive knockout stages.

Held at Nandininagar Mahavidyalaya, the tournament has brought together wrestlers from across the country, competing across weight categories to secure national rankings and establish their position in the domestic hierarchy.

The Greco-Roman division concluded after multiple days of competition across 10 weight categories. The tournament served as a key benchmark for athletes aiming to establish themselves within India’s Greco-Roman circuit, which continues to look for consistency and depth at the national level. Among the standout performers, Sanjeev secured gold in the 55kg category, while Sandeep claimed top honours in 60kg. Vijay (63kg) and Nishant (67kg) also delivered strong performances to finish on top of their respective categories.

In the middle weight divisions, Suraj (72kg) and Vikash (77kg) controlled their bouts effectively to clinch gold medals. Manjeet (82kg) and Tejpal (87kg) followed with dominant runs, highlighting the depth in these categories.

The heavier divisions saw Ashish (97kg) and Mehar (130kg) emerge as champions, rounding off the Greco-Roman competition with composed performances in their finals.

The complete list of gold medallists reflects a spread of talent across categories:

• 55kg: Sanjeev

• 60kg: Sandeep

• 63kg: Vijay

• 67kg: Nishant

• 72kg: Suraj

• 77kg: Vikash

• 82kg: Manjeet

• 87kg: Tejpal

• 97kg: Ashish

• 130kg: Mehar

Silver and bronze medallists across categories added further depth to the competition, with several close contests indicating a competitive domestic structure.

The Senior Open Ranking Tournament plays a significant role in India’s wrestling ecosystem. Beyond medals, it determines national rankings, which influence selection pathways for international competitions. WFI President Sanjay Singh acknowledged the importance of the event, stating that the tournament provides a platform for wrestlers to test themselves against top domestic competition. The performances here often act as indicators for future selections and long-term development.

Women’s Wrestling Moves Into Knockout Stages

With the Greco-Roman events concluded, attention has shifted to the women’s wrestling category, where the competition has entered the advanced knockout rounds.

In the 57kg category, the bracket has begun to take shape. Kajal Choudhary progressed with a win over Muskan and is set to face Shivani, who defeated Suhani. On the other side, Reena advanced past Nisha Saini and will meet Hansika Lamba in the semifinals after Hansika secured her quarterfinal win.

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The progression of these bouts reflects a competitive field, with multiple wrestlers still in contention for top positions and national ranking points.

The 65kg category has moved through the pre-quarterfinal stage, with several wrestlers advancing into the next round. Dishun defeated Ankita Kumar, while Janvi overcame Tanu. Sneha secured a win against Ritu, and Deeksha Sheor progressed after defeating Sonam Singh. These results set up a competitive quarterfinal lineup, where margins are expected to remain narrow given the evenly matched field.

In the 76kg category, the competition has already reached the semifinal stage. Ishita Choudhary and Meghna are set to face off in one of the key bouts, with a place in the final at stake. The progression to this stage indicates consistency across earlier rounds, with both wrestlers managing their bouts effectively.

The shift from Greco-Roman to women’s wrestling marks a transition phase in the tournament. While the Greco-Roman events provided clarity on rankings in that discipline, the women’s category is now approaching its most decisive stage.

The knockout rounds are expected to define the final standings, with each bout carrying direct implications for rankings and future opportunities.

As the tournament moves toward its conclusion, focus will remain on the remaining women’s bouts and final outcomes across categories. The results from Gonda will play a role in shaping India’s wrestling calendar, particularly in identifying athletes for upcoming national camps and international competitions. The Senior Open Ranking Tournament continues to serve as a structured platform for evaluating domestic talent. With Greco-Roman champions confirmed and women wrestlers advancing toward finals, the event has delivered both results and insights into the current depth of Indian wrestling.

The coming days will determine the remaining medal winners and finalize rankings, completing another important cycle in India’s wrestling pathway.