24-year-old Abhimanyu wins gold at Asian Wrestling Championship

NEW DELHI: Twenty-four-year-old head constable Abhimanyu, a wrestler from Haryana with the CISF Central Wrestling Team, clinched the gold medal in the 70 kg freestyle category at the Asian Wrestling Championship held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The championship, held from April 6 to 12, witnessed participation from top wrestlers across Asia.An officer said displaying exceptional skill, determination, and composure on the mat, Abhimanyu outclassed his opponents to secure the remarkable victory. Currently ranked world number three, he has consistently demonstrated excellence on the international stage. Notably, he also won gold at the Senior National Wrestling Championship 2025, further underlining his dominance in the sport."Having joined the CISF in 2022, his achievement reflects the high standards of training, discipline, and commitment upheld by CISF sportspersons. The CISF fraternity has congratulated him on this outstanding success, which stands as a testament to his perseverance and serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes across the country," the officer said.