Iran's national freestyle wrestling team achieved third place in the World Freestyle Wrestling Championships held from November 7 to 10, 2026, in Astana, Kazakhstan, by winning 6 medals, including 2 gold, 1 silver, and 3 bronze.
Iran's Medal Winners in This Competition
Iranian wrestlers showcased outstanding performances, earning 133 points and ranking third in the team standings. In this edition, Ahmad Mohammadnejad won a gold medal in the 61 kg weight category, and Amirhossein Zareh secured a gold medal in the 125 kg weight category. Mohammad Nakhodi won a silver medal in the 79 kg weight category, while Rahman Amouzad in the 65 kg, Amir Mohammad Yazdani in the 74 kg, and Hassan Yazdani in the 97 kg also earned bronze medals in this competition.
Team Standings of the Competition
The final team standings are as follows:
- 1- USA: 194 points
- 2- Russia: 185 points
- 3- Iran: 133 points
- 4- Azerbaijan: 88 points
- 5- Japan: 47 points
- 6- Kyrgyzstan: 43 points
- 7- Kazakhstan: 40 points
- 8- Georgia: 36 points
- 9- Mongolia: 35 points
- 10- North Korea: 30 points
This competition showcased the effort and talent of Iranian wrestlers on the global stage, and their successes reflected the determination and will of the country's athletes.
