At a ceremony held at the state guest house Jamuna, Prof Yunus welcomed representatives from all participating countries and emphasised the significance of Bangladesh hosting the championship for the first time.

During his speech, he highlighted the significance of hosting the World Cup in Dhaka and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring an inclusive, inspiring and world-class tournament welcoming all visiting teams and appreciated the efforts of organisers, athletes and partners working to make the championship a success.

Bangladesh will host the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup for the first time, with the tournament scheduled to take place from 17 to 24 November 2025 at the Shaheed Suhrawardy Indoor Stadium in Dhaka, said the Chief Adviser’s press wing.

The unveiling ceremony celebrated not only the tournament’s arrival but also Bangladesh’s growing leadership in promoting women’s sports on the international stage.

The 2025 edition of the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup will bring together top national teams for eight days of intense competition, cultural exchange, and global sportsmanship.

Organisers from the Bangladesh Kabaddi Federation have confirmed that preparations are in full swing, with comprehensive arrangements for logistics, security, team accommodation and audience participation.

The tournament will officially open on November 17, with matches held daily leading up to the final on November 24.

Participating countries are Bangladesh, Chinese Taipei, Germany, Iran, India, Kenya, Nepal, Poland, Thailand, Uganda and Zanzibar.

At the event, Sports Adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan said that the government is actively promoting women athletes and expanding opportunities for their participation in competitive sports.

He noted that women in Bangladesh are consistently proving their talent on the international stage and the government is committed to providing them with every support they need to excel.

He said the success of women athletes is a matter of national pride and a powerful inspiration for the next generation.