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Punjab Style World Cup Kabaddi
from March 31
WSN
Bureau
 CHANDIGARH: The
much-awaited World Cup Kabaddi (circle style) will be held in
Punjab
between March 31 and April 10 this year and will carry a total prize
money of Rs 2 crore, including the winner's Rs-1 crore purse.
The Punjab-style
kabbadi will be backed by the state government and matches will be
organized in eight cities with a flood-lit final at Guru Nanak
Stadium, Ludhiana, on April 10. The event will be held on league
basis.
While the total
prize money will be Rs 2 crore, the first four spots will earn Rs 1
crore, Rs 50 lakh, Rs 25 lakh and Rs 10 lakh. There will be assured
appearance money for all participating teams.
An official said
the purpose behind offering the huge amount was to attract the
world's best players in the sport. "Moreover, it will demonstrate
there is money in sports other than cricket in
India
too," he added.
Besides India,
teams from the UK, US, Canada, Pakistan, Iran, Australia and Italy
are also likely to participate.
While announcing
the tournament earlier, Sukhbir Badal had said: "It is unfortunate
that traditional games like kabaddi, wrestling, hockey and football
are neglected, and far too much prominence is given to cricket and
tennis. We have decided to encourage traditional games and nurture
our players to compete in international meets."
24
February 2010
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