2024 World Wrestling Championships: Dates, Teams and Where to Watch

2024 World Wrestling Championships : The 2024 World Wrestling Championships are set to bring thrilling action back to fans as it returns to non Olympic weight divisions for the first time in eight years. The event will run from October 28 to October 31 in Tirana, Albania, with a line up that includes some of the world’s best wrestlers across men’s and women’s divisions in Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestling.

Let’s have a look into more details: 2024 World Wrestling Championships

Schedule and Format of the 2024 World Wrestling Championships

The championships will unfold over four days in a series of qualification rounds, semifinals, and medal matches across three main wrestling categories: men’s Greco-Roman, men’s freestyle, and women’s freestyle.

Full Schedule (IST):

• October 28
  • 2:00 PM – Preliminary rounds (Men’s Greco-Roman)
  • 9:30 PM – Semifinals (Men’s Greco-Roman)

• October 29
  • 2:00 PM – Preliminary rounds (Women’s Freestyle)
  • 8:30 PM – Semifinals (Women’s Freestyle)
  • 9:30 PM – Medal matches (Men’s Greco-Roman)

• October 30
  • 2:00 PM – Preliminary rounds (Men’s Freestyle)
  • 8:30 PM – Semifinals (Men’s Freestyle)
  • 9:30 PM – Medal matches (Women’s Freestyle)

• October 31
  • 8:30 PM – Repechage rounds (Men’s Freestyle)
  • 9:30 PM – Medal matches (Men’s Freestyle)

This year’s championships will feature nearly 300 athletes competing across 12 weight classes in each category, making it a packed and highly competitive event.

Star Wrestlers to Watch at the 2024 Championships

The event promises a spectacular display of skill, with top tier wrestlers and returning champions making it an eagerly anticipated championship.

• Jordan Burroughs (USA, Men’s 79kg Freestyle)
  The 2012 Olympic champion and multiple time world champion aims to add another world title to his decorated career in the 79kg weight class.
• David Taylor vs. Abdulrashid Sadulaev (Men’s 92kg Freestyle)
  This rivalry brings together two of the most dominant wrestlers in recent years. Known for their contrasting wrestling styles, this showdown is expected to be one of the highlights of the tournament.
• Kinjo Risako (Japan, Women’s 59kg)
  The two-time Olympic champion, competing under her new name after Tokyo 2020, seeks to claim her first world title since 2019, facing fierce competition, including Jacarra Winchester from the U.S.
• Eldaniz Azizli (Azerbaijan, Men’s 55kg Greco Roman)
  The three-time world champion enters as the favorite in Greco Roman, determined to defend his title against top contenders like Mohammadreza Geraei from Iran.

Indian Wrestling Team: Athletes and Their Categories

India’s wrestling team has secured approval to participate following recent advocacy efforts by the athletes.

• Men’s Freestyle:
  • Udit (61kg)
  • Manish Goswami (70kg)
  • Parvinder Singh (79kg)
  • Sandeep Singh Maan (92kg)

• Women’s Freestyle:
  • Kirti (55kg)
  • Mansi Ahlawat (59kg)
  • Manisha Bhanwala (65kg)
  • Bipasha (72kg)

• Men’s Greco-Roman:
  • Sanjeev (55kg)
  • Chetan (63kg)
  • Ankit Gulia (72kg)
  • Rohit Dahiya (82kg)

Where to Watch: 2024 World Wrestling Championships Live Streaming

While there is no designated broadcaster in India, fans can catch all the live action through the United World Wrestling (UWW) app and their official website, UWW+. These platforms will provide full event coverage, so wrestling enthusiasts won’t miss a moment of the action from Tirana.

Key Weight Categories and Format Highlights

This year’s championships focus on non-Olympic weight classes.

• Men’s Freestyle: 61kg, 70kg, 79kg, 92kg
• Women’s Freestyle: 55kg, 59kg, 65kg, 72kg
• Men’s Greco-Roman: 55kg, 63kg, 72kg, 82kg

Each category will follow a knockout format, with repechage rounds offering a second chance for competitors to fight for bronze.

The 2024 World Wrestling Championships bring a starstudded roster and long awaited non-Olympic weight competitions, giving both veterans and up and coming wrestlers a chance to shine. With a packed schedule, Indian athletes looking to make their mark, and the promise of epic matches, this year’s championships are an unmissable event for wrestling fans.

Read more: Rubina Francis – Paris Paralympics 2024: India’s First Paralympic Pistol Shooter to Win Bronze at Paris 2024