2016 Women's Kabaddi World Cup

The 2016 Women's Kabaddi World Cup was the inaugural edition of the international women's kabaddi tournament, held from December 1 to December 10, 2016, in Ahmedabad, India. Organized by the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India, the tournament featured 8 national teams, including India, Iran, Bangladesh, and the United States. The competition showcased a round-robin format, culminating in knockout stages, with India emerging as the champion after defeating Iran in the final. The event aimed to promote women's kabaddi on a global scale and highlighted the traditional Indian sport's cultural significance. The championship attracted significant media attention, contributing to the growing popularity of women's sports in India.