Germany national kabaddi team
| Nickname(s) | The Kabaddi Eagles | |||||||||||||||||
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| Association | Germany Kabaddi Federation | |||||||||||||||||
| Confederation | International Kabaddi Federation (IKF) | |||||||||||||||||
| World Cup | ||||||||||||||||||
| 1 (first in 2004) | ||||||||||||||||||
| Group Stage (2004) | ||||||||||||||||||
| European Championship | ||||||||||||||||||
| 1 (first in 2023) | ||||||||||||||||||
| 3rd (2023) | ||||||||||||||||||
Medal record
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The Germany national kabaddi team represents Germany in international kabaddi competitions and is governed by the Germany Kabaddi Federation, affiliated with the International Kabaddi Federation (IKF). Germany is among several European nations that have participated in both World and European kabaddi tournaments.
History
2020 Kabaddi World Cup
Germany made its international kabaddi debut at the 2020 Kabaddi World Cup held in Pakistan. The team competed in Pool A, where they notably defeated England by 49–28. Despite two group-stage wins, Germany did not advance to the knockout rounds.[1]
2023 European Championship
Germany participated in the 6th Open European Kabaddi Championship held on 9 July 2023 in Verdello, Italy. The event featured both men’s and women’s teams across standard and circle styles. Germany was one of over 15 nations involved, including Poland, England, Italy, and Belgium.[2]
International grounds
| Stadium | City | State | Capacity | Matches hosted | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uber Arena | Berlin | Berlin | 3,500 | European Kabaddi Championship, exhibition matches | Regular venue for kabaddi events; hosted men's and women's European kabaddi games |
| Messe München | Munich | Bavaria | 5,000 | Friendly matches, kabaddi demonstrations | Multi-purpose exhibition and event venue; used for promotional kabaddi events |
Performance record
Kabaddi World Cup (Circle Style)
- **2020** – Group Stage (1W, 2L)
European Kabaddi Championship
- **2023 (Verdello)** – Third place
Governance
Germany is a full member of the International Kabaddi Federation (IKF) and is part of the developing European kabaddi community.[3]
See also
References
- ^ "Kabaddi World Cup 2020: Australia, Germany and India emerge winners". The News. 10 February 2020. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
- ^ "6th Open European Kabaddi Championship in Verdello, Italy". England Kabaddi Federation. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
- ^ "How many countries play kabaddi?". Possible11. Retrieved 5 July 2025.