Gonda, May 10 -- The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) commenced the Senior Open Ranking Tournament 2026 on Sunday at Nandininagar, Gonda.

The national-level competition features exactly 593 wrestlers from across the country, competing across 10 weight categories to secure their national rankings, according to a press release.

In the 92kg freestyle weight category, Haryana's Deepak Punia successfully advanced to the tournament finals following a series of technically disciplined performances on the mat.

Punia defeated fellow Haryana wrestler Raja (11-1) in his 02:53 semifinal bout and will now face Haryana's Vansh in the final clash for the title.

In the 125kg heavyweight category, Match No. 179 featured a closely contested bout bet...