Dabir says federation eyes upgrading of Iranian wrestling
The president of the Wrestling Federation announced that the primary objective of holding competitions is to elevate Iranian wrestling.
Alireza Dabir made the remarks during a coordination meeting for teams participating in the final stage of the Premier League Freestyle Wrestling in Tehran, IRNA reported.
The coordination meeting for the final stage of the Premier League Freestyle Wrestling was held Thursday at the league’s headquarters.
“The goal of the league is to advance and elevate Iranian wrestling, so everyone must work together to ensure the sport thrives.”
The session was attended by Hamid Yari, President of the Wrestling League; Mahmoud Farhang-Ranjbar, the League’s Secretary and Final Competition Supervisor; Mohammad Moslaeipour, Head of the Referees’ Commission; and representatives and coaches from the Saipa, Setaregan Pas Sari, and Mo’eini Pour Food Industries teams.
Yari opened the meeting by thanking the participating teams and stating, “Wrestling has given us honor and dignity, so we must strive to uphold its prestige during these final matches.
The primary purpose of teams joining the league is to support the sport in the country, followed by winning the championship. We, too, are always pursuing the progress and elevation of wrestling.”
Yari pointed out that this year’s league final is different from previous seasons, with all four teams having a chance to win the championship. The participation of 12 foreign wrestlers, alongside prominent and national team wrestlers, has significantly elevated the level of competition.
He added, “We aim to hold these matches in accordance with the latest standards of the United World Wrestling organization, resembling global competitions. Only wrestlers and two coaches per team are allowed near the mat.”
The final stage of the Iranian Freestyle Wrestling League commenced on Friday at the 12,000-seat Azadi Sports Complex.