On 22–25 May 2026, in the city of Nukus of the Republic of Karakalpakstan, the Asian Cup competition in Kurash among seniors (men and women) will take place.
This prestigious competition, being organised for the first time on the basis of the calendar plan of the International Kurash Association, will bring together the best Kurash players of Asia in one arena and will serve to further strengthen the international prestige of the sport of Kurash. The bouts are planned to be held at the sports complex of Sports School No. 1 in the city of Nukus.
The competition, with a total prize fund of 21,000 US dollars, will also serve as an opportunity to earn key ranking points for the World Series Pro international tournament.
This prestigious continental Cup competition is being organised by the Jokargy Kenes of the Republic of Karakalpakstan, the Ministry of Sports of the Republic of Uzbekistan, and the Uzbekistan Kurash Federation, in cooperation with the International Kurash Association.
Delegations wishing to participate in the competition are requested to submit their applications by 5 May 2026 via the email address: ukf.kurash@gmail.com.
