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- Bangladesh Clinches Bangabandhu Cup Title, Kenya Secures Third Place Bangladesh beat Nepal 45–31 for a fourth title. Kenya finished third. National teams
- Kenya Bows Out After Narrow Semi-Final Loss to Nepal in Bangabandhu Cup Nepal beat Kenya 59–55 in Dhaka, ending Kenya’s run at the semi-final stage. National teams
- Kenya Secures Semi-Final Spot with Thrilling Win Over Thailand Kenya edged Thailand 33–32 to reach the semi-finals. Samuel Wafula was man of the match. National teams
- Kenya Defeats Iraq in a Thrilling Bangabandhu Cup Encounter A 50–47 win over Iraq was Kenya’s third in a row in Dhaka. James Kamweti was man of the match. National teams
- Kenya beat Japan 42–29 in their second Bangabandhu Cup match Kenya beat Japan 42–29, with Daniel Odhiambo named man of the match. National teams
- Kenya Secures Victory in Their First Match of Bangabandhu Cup Kenya opened with a 56–28 win over Sri Lanka. James Kamweti was man of the match. National teams
- Kenya Kabaddi National Team Heads to 4th Bangabandhu Cup in Dhaka The national team travels to Dhaka for the tournament, 26 May – 4 June 2024. National teams
- Joseph Lesinko: From Military Raids to Kabaddi Glory In the vibrant and dynamic world of kabaddi, few stories capture the imagination quite like that of Joseph Lesinko. National teams
- We’re Excited to Release the First Edition of Kenya Kabaddi Magazine Kenya Kabaddi Chronicles, KKU’s first magazine, is available to download. The Union
- Kenya Kabaddi League Season 2 Scheduled to Commence on July 6th, 2024 KKU announces 6 July 2024 as the start date for Season 2. League
- Kenya Kabaddi Friendly Match at the Kenya Academy of Sports Kasarani, Kenya Prisons, TAK and Kiambu Pluckers meet at the Kenya Academy of Sports on 18 May 2024. League
- Celebrating Silas Jakakimba: A Visionary Leader in Kenya Kabaddi In the vibrant world of Kenyan Kabaddi, there shines a beacon of leadership and passion: Silas Jakakimba. The Union
- Notice of the Elective Annual General Meeting, 15 June 2024 Elections for president, secretary, treasurer and their deputies at the Kenya Academy of Sports on 15 June 2024. The Union
- The Journey of Four Athletes to the Bangabandhu Cup – Kenya Kabaddi Rising Four outstanding Kenyan Kabaddi athletes are set to represent their nation at the prestigious Bangabandhu Cup in Dhaka this month, marking a significant milestone for these players and highlighting the successful collaboration… National teams
- Kenya Kabaddi Takes a Leap: 26 County Unions Registered to Boost Grassroots Sport Twenty-six county kabaddi unions are now registered and affiliated to KKU. Development
- The Bangabandhu Cup: Uniting Nations Through Kabaddi in Dhaka, Bangladesh As April unfolds, the Kabaddi world eagerly awaits the spectacle that is the Bangabandhu Cup, set to illuminate the arenas of Dhaka, Bangladesh. National teams
- Kabaddi Calendar 2024-2025: A Year of Thrilling Challenges Prepare yourselves for an exhilarating journey through the dynamic world of Kabaddi, where skill, strategy, and passion collide to create unforgettable moments. National teams
- Empowering Kabaddi: Kenya Kabaddi Union Certifies New Umpires More than 25 people completed KKU’s Level 1 umpire certificate course, 17–19 April 2024. Development
- Homabay KC and Kitale Fortunes join the league as players are reshuffled Homabay KC, captained by Daniel Odhiambo, and Kitale Fortunes, led by Samuel Wafula, join the league. Steven Amolo captains Kiambu Pluckers. League
- Level 1 umpire and referee certificate course, 17–19 April 2024 A three-day course at Kasarani and the Kenya Academy of Sports, run with the International Kabaddi Federation. Development
- KKPL 2023/24 awards: three Kenya Academy of Sports players head to Dhaka Ryan Neville was Best Defender of the Season, Maurice Wanda Best Upcoming Junior Player and Geoffrey Mwangi Emerging Player of the Season. League
- A Grand Affair: Thank you to the Delegation from the Indian High Commission! KKU thanks the Indian High Commission delegation that attended the Season 1 final. League
- Indian High Commissioner Ms. Namgya C. Khampa to Grace Kenya Kabaddi Premier League Grand Finale India’s High Commissioner to Kenya is announced as a guest at the Season 1 final on 9 March 2024. League
- CS Ababu Namwamba to be chief guest at the KKPL Season 1 final The Cabinet Secretary for Sports is announced as chief guest at the Season 1 final, Kasarani Indoor Arena, 9 March 2024. League
- Unveiling the Essence of Kenya Kabaddi Premier League’s #Pambano: A Battle Beyond the Game “Pambano”, Swahili for a battle or contest, is the name the league gave its Season 1 final. League
- KKPL Season 1 semi-finals: RDU and JKUAT Assassins reach the men’s final RDU beat Githurai Cheetahs 61–54 and JKUAT Assassins beat UON Tigers 54–36. Black Falcon Babes and Kayole Divas contest the women’s final. League
- Return of Samuel Wafula Boosts RDU KC in Eliminator 1 Clash Against Black Falcons Excitement reverberates through the Kenya Kabaddi Premier League as RDU KC gears up for a high-stakes Eliminator 1 against Black Falcons. League
- Samuel Wafula and Helvic Simiyu in U.P. Yoddhas’ Pro Kabaddi League season 10 The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 10 has witnessed an extraordinary performance from the Up Yoddhas, with Kenyan all-rounders Samuel Wafula and Helvic Simiyu playing pivotal roles in the team’s journey. National teams
- Daniel Omondi helps Patna Pirates into the Pro Kabaddi League playoffs In the exhilarating world of Kabaddi, Kenya’s captain, Daniel Omondi Odiambo, continues to make waves as he leads both the Kenya Kabaddi national team and the Patna Pirates in the Pro Kabaddi… National teams
- Match Replay Announcement: RDU vs. Black Falcons In an unforeseen twist during the RDU Kabaddi Club vs. League
- Upholding Fair Play: Anti-Doping Education Session with Kenya Kabaddi Premier League Stakeholders In a proactive move to prioritize integrity and fair play, the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) conducted a crucial educational session with members, officials, and fans of the Kenya Kabaddi Premier League… The Union
- Kenya Kabaddi League Matches Postponed Power problems at Kasarani postponed a week of league matches. League
- Joseph Lesinko Kool joins RDU’s men’s team In an exciting turn of events for the Kenya Kabaddi League, the RDU Men’s team is thrilled to welcome the dynamic raider, Joseph Kool. League
- A Glimpse into Match Week 24 of the Kenya Kabaddi Premier League In the electrifying arena of the Kenya Kabaddi Premier League, the Githurai Cheetahs and UON Tigress have emerged as the front-runners, commanding the combined standings that include both the men’s and women’s… League
- KKPL week 23: Tobias Murithi and Kayole Giants take the honours Tobias Murithi is Player of the Week and Kayole Giants KC Team of the Week for week 23 of Season 1. League
- Welcoming the Kenya Prisons Queens Club to the Kabaddi League! Kenya Prisons Queens join the Premier League under Madam Grace Kimathi. League
- Celebrating Achievements and Season’s End: Kenya Kabaddi League Wraps Up 2023 with Festive Cheer As the curtains draw to a close on another eventful year for the Kenya Kabaddi League, the league bid adieu to 2023 on a jubilant note with its last games held on… League
- Celebrating Excellence: Kenya’s Outstanding Kabaddi Players Kabaddi, a sport deeply rooted in agility, strength, and strategy, has seen remarkable talents emerge from Kenya, showcasing exceptional prowess on the field. League
- Celebrating excellence: Kenya’s outstanding women kabaddi players Most Bonus Points In the women’s category, Lavender Awuor, Lourine Fletcher and Christine Adhiambo have showcased remarkable finesse in securing bonus points, displaying agility and tactical brilliance in every move. League
- Celebrating Excellence: Kenya Kabaddi Premier League Player and Team of the Week The Kenya Kabaddi Premier League continues to showcase exceptional talent and fierce competition week after week. League
- Thrilling Introduction to Kabaddi at Bondo Teachers Training College Charles Ogwaro Owino brings kabaddi to Bondo Teachers Training College with workshops and an introductory match. Development
- Thrilling Kabaddi League Matches Set to Ignite Excitement This Saturday, November 4th! Kabaddi enthusiasts, get ready for an action-packed weekend as the much-anticipated Kabaddi League matches are all set to take center stage this Saturday, November 4th! League
- Kenya’s Kabaddi Journey: The Provisional National Team Squad An 80-player provisional squad is named, from which 30 will be selected for the 2024 championships. National teams
- Kenya Kabaddi Premier League Standings – October 21st , 2023 The Kenya Kabaddi Premier League is in full swing, and as of October 21st, 2023, the competition is fierce. League
- Kenya Kabaddi Union Annual Clinic: Shaping Kabaddi’s Future KKU’s three-day certificate course trains new referees and coaches from around the country. Development
- Meet The New Captain, Daniel Omondi. Heart and Soul of Kenyan Kabaddi Daniel Omondi is named captain of the Kenya national team. National teams
- Welcoming Kenya Kabaddi Union’s New Vice President KKU announces Mrs Grace Kimathi Kinoti as its new Vice President. The Union
- Spotlight on Kenya Kabaddi Union Events Manager Meet Mudaspack Otieno, the dedicated events manager of the Kenya Kabaddi Union (KKU). The Union
- Annual Kabaddi Clinic 2023 in Kenya: A Gateway to Excellence Courses for players, managers, coaches and referees at the Kenya Academy of Sports and Kasarani Indoor Arena, 19–20 October 2023. Development
- Kenya Kabaddi Premier League Standings: September 4th, 2023 The sport of Kabaddi has gained immense popularity in Kenya over the years, and the Kenya Kabaddi Premier League (KKPL) has been at the forefront of this rise. League
- Thrilling Kabaddi Match: Celebrating the Stars of the Game Kabaddi, often referred to as the “game of the masses,” is a sport that showcases agility, strength, and teamwork. League
- Phelix Odhiambo: Leading Kenyan Women’s Kabaddi Team to Uganda for African Championship In a remarkable development for the sport of kabaddi in Kenya, Phelix Odhiambo Opana has been appointed as the head coach of the Kenyan women’s kabaddi team. National teams
- The West Midlands will host the 2025 Kabaddi World Cup NEW DELHI: The West Midlands will host the 2025 Kabaddi World Cup, an initiative of the World Kabaddi Federation.This is the first time that a kabaddi world cup will be held outside… National teams