Rustom-e-Pakistan semifinals announced by wrestling federation
Faisalabad to host semifinals of Rustom-e-Pakistan Dangal on May 23: One million rupees cash prize for final winner
The Pakistan Wrestling Federation has officially announced the semifinal fixtures of the Rustom-e-Pakistan Dangal, scheduled to take place on Friday, May 23, at the Agricultural University, Faisalabad, 24NewsHD TV Channel reported on Sunday.
In the first semifinal, Asif Mochi of the Army will face Adnan Tairaanwala from WAPDA in what promises to be an intense battle of strength and technique. The second semifinal will feature Tayyab Raza from WAPDA squaring off against Gulzar Gullo of the Army.
The semifinals will be held under the supervision of Chaudhry Arshad Sattar, President of the Punjab Wrestling Association, with support from Mehr Akram alias Kala Pehlwan, President of the Lahore Wrestling Association. Also assisting in the event's organization will be Chairman Nadeem Pehlwan and national coach Fareed Ali.
Chaudhry Arshad Sattar stated that the final of the Rustom-e-Pakistan Dangal is planned to be held in Lahore on either June 8 or June 15. The winner will receive a cash prize of Rs. 1 million, while a total of Rs. 3 million in prize money will be distributed throughout the competition.