Abu Dhabi World Grappling Championship 2025 Concludes Successfully in Al Ain
The inaugural Abu Dhabi World Grappling Championship 2025 recently concluded its three-day schedule at the ADNEC Centre Al Ain, achieving outstanding success and setting a new benchmark for international combat sports in the region.
Organised by International Vision Sports Management (IVSM) under the banner of Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP), the championship brought together more than 1,000 athletes from over 60 countries, highlighting Al Ain Region’s emergence as a global sporting destination. The event was held in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi.
Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry stated: “The Abu Dhabi World Grappling Championship reflects our commitment to supporting world-class sporting events that inspire and engage. Sport is a cornerstone of our tourism strategy — it brings communities together, highlights the diversity of our destinations, and draws international visitors to explore beyond the capital. Hosting this championship in Al Ain Region not only celebrated the growing local enthusiasm for combat sports, but also reinforced the area’s growing role in shaping Abu Dhabi’s dynamic tourism landscape.”
Tareq Al Bahri remarked: “The inaugural edition of the Abu Dhabi World Grappling Championship has been a massive success. The numbers speak for themselves: more than 1,000 athletes from over 120 clubs and academies competed across various categories, supported daily by 25 referees and 40 volunteers. The energy inside the arena, the professionalism on display, and the support from our community made this a truly special edition. We are grateful to every athlete, referee, volunteer, fan, partner, and academy who contributed to this success. We will be back soon with more exciting grappling events in the near future.”
The championship featured youth, amateur, professional, and masters divisions with competitions across multiple weight classes. Conducted under AJP Tour regulations, the tournament awarded 2,000 ranking points and cash prizes to the winners, creating a high-performance atmosphere throughout the event.
In the Best Academy (Under-18) category, the UAE’s ADMA International clinched the title with 49,100 points. Samat Ramazanov Academy from Kazakhstan and Melqui Galvao Academy from Brazil followed with 12,000 and 8,000 points, respectively.
The Best Academy (18+) division saw a clean sweep by Emirati teams, with Commando Group, ADMA International, and M.O.D UAE ranking first, second, and third, achieving 48,200, 31,640, and 29,360 points each. In country rankings, the UAE, Brazil, and Russia secured the top three positions.
With its high calibre of organisation, robust international participation, and exceptional competitive standards, the Abu Dhabi World Grappling Championship 2025 has established a new standard for sporting events in Al Ain, further cementing the region’s status on the global sports map.
Team V.4-EM-UAE
