Last two times' champions and hosts Bangladesh made a flying start in the 12-nation Bangabandhu Cup International Kabaddi Tournament' 2023 beating Poland by 50-22 points in the opening match at the Volleyball Stadium here on Monday.
Information and Broadcasting Minister Dr. Muhammad Hasan Mahmud MP inaugurated the 3rd edition of the meet as the chief guest at a gala l ceremony,at the volleyball stadium, adjacent to Kabaddi Stadium in Paltan area of the capital Monday afternoon.
The cultural presentation of the opening ceremony reflecting the tradition and culture of all the 12 participating countries was highly appreciated by the capacity audience at the stadium.
The inaugural function was chaired by President of Bangladesh Kabaddi Federation (BKF) and Inspector General of Police (IGP) Chowdhury Abdullah Al Mamun.
BKF general secretary and Additional IGP Habibur Rahman and BKF joint secretary and Additional DIG of Police Gazi Mozammel Huq were also present on the occasion, organized by Bangladesh Kabaddi Federation.
In the tournament's opener on Monday, Bangladesh started their hattrick mission in style outplaying European side Poland by 50-22 points, despite trailing by 11-14 points in the first half.
