Nishu, Yash Dominate IIS Dangal Championship 2026, Secure Top Honors

• U23 World Championships medalists Nishu (53 kg) and Yash (74 kg freestyle) clinched gold medals at the 2026 IIS Dangal Championship.
• The championship, organized by Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS), saw over 300 entries and 240 participants across nine categories in Hisar.
• Nishu received Rs 31,000 and Yash Rs 51,000 in prize money for their victories.
• The event attracted nearly 20 percent of entries from outside Haryana, reflecting its growing national reach.
• IIS coaches Kosei Akaishi and Gary Hall scouted emerging talent, highlighting the championship's role in nurturing promising wrestlers.