Kudo World Cup 2025 trials to be held in Surat; Sohail Khan to participate

Junior world champion, Sohail Khan has firmly established himself as one of India’s most accomplished martial artists.

Top Indian martial artist Sohail Khan, also known as the ‘Golden Boy of Madhya Pradesh,’ is set to participate in the Kudo World Cup 2025 trials will held in Surat on February 8-9. These trials will serve as the final selection process for the prestigious Kudo World Cup in Bulgaria this May, which will feature top martial artists from over 60 countries.

Sohail will be competing in the Men’s -250 PI category (19+ age group) and has been rigorously preparing for this high-stakes event. His technical and strategic training is being supervised by Dr. Mohammad Aijaz Khan, ensuring he sharpens his skills and refines his fight strategies ahead of the trials.

Additionally, his strength and conditioning training is conducted under the guidance of Deepak Tiwari in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, helping him build the endurance and power required for elite-level combat. With a combination of skill development and intense physical preparation, Sohail is determined to secure his spot in the Indian squad.

Even though he has already secured a quota for India at the World Cup by winning a bronze medal at the Eurasian Kudo Cup 2024 in Armenia, he must still prove himself at the Surat trials to officially confirm his place on the Indian team.

The trials will bring together athletes from the 19-21 and 21+ age categories, ensuring that only the most skilled and prepared fighters earn their place. Entry into the competition is strictly reserved for national and international medalists from the 2024-25 season, making it a high-level contest where only the best will advance.

Sohail Khan’s Achievements

Born on August 18, 1999, Sohail Khan has firmly established himself as one of India’s most accomplished martial artists. His list of accolades includes four international gold medals, reflecting his dominance in the sport.

International Achievements:

• Gold at the 2017 Junior World Kudo Championship
• Bronze at the 2024 Eurasian Kudo Cup in Armenia
• Quarterfinalist at the 2023 Senior Kudo World Championship in Tokyo, Japan, where he faced the world silver medalist from Lithuania
• Five consecutive international medals, including standout performances at the prestigious Akshay Kumar International Kudo Tournaments

National Achievements:

• 21 consecutive gold medals at the National Kudo Championships (2016-2024)
• Two-time gold medalist at the SGFI National Championships
• Best Player Award at the SGFI Tournament

Sohail Khan’s Determination and Message

As he prepares for the biggest challenge of his career, Sohail remains focused and determined. He shared his thoughts ahead of the trials:

“We’ve put in the hard work, sharpening our grappling, striking, and ground game to reach the highest level. This journey has been tough, but with dedication and the right support, I’m ready to make history in martial arts. I want to thank my trainers, supporters, and especially my parents for always believing in me. To those who criticize me—you’ve only made me stronger. Your love, support, and even doubts fuel my drive to succeed. This is just the beginning, and I hope to make you all proud!” Sohail Khan

With his unwavering spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence, Sohail’s participation in the Surat trials will be a defining moment as he looks to cement his place in the Indian team and take one step closer to bringing glory to the country at the Kudo World Cup 2025.

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