TEHRAN, Feb. 25 (MNA) – Some 16 countries are to take part in the 2023 World Junior Kabaddi Championships slated to start tomorrow in Iran.

The tournament is set to be held from February 26 to March 5 in Iran.

A total of 14 countries participated in 2019 and this time 16 countries have announced their participation.

Iran has been crowned the champion of the inaugural edition beating Kenya in 2019.

The first edition of the prestigious event was held on Kish Island, Iran.

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