Grappling

The World Comes to Delhi: 12 Nations Confirmed for ADCC India Open 2026

With more than 300 athletes registered and 12 nations confirmed, ADCC India Open 2026 is set to bring an international mix of grappling talent to the Delhi-NCR region on October 17.

ADCC India Open 2026 is shaping up to be a major gathering for the country's grappling community, with more than 300 athletes registered for the upcoming event and competitors representing 12 nations confirmed, according to the event information provided.

Scheduled for October 17, 2026, in Noida, Delhi-NCR, the event will bring together athletes from India and abroad for a day of submission grappling competition.

The 12 nations confirmed for the event are India, Nepal, Kuwait, Bhutan, the United States, Japan, Poland, the Czech Republic, Oman, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and Brazil. The international participation highlights the growing reach of ADCC India and provides a platform for domestic athletes to compete alongside grapplers from different countries.

12 Nations Set to Compete in Noida

The confirmed international lineup brings together athletes from across Asia, Europe, North America and South America.

India and neighbouring Nepal will be represented alongside competitors from countries including Japan, the United States, Brazil and the United Kingdom. The participation of athletes from these nations adds an international dimension to the event and gives Indian grapplers an opportunity to test themselves against competitors from different grappling backgrounds.

With more than 300 athletes registered, the event is also expected to bring together competitors from different experience levels and weight divisions, making it a significant gathering for the Indian grappling community.

ADCC India Open 2026: Event Details

  • Event: ADCC India Open 2026

  • Date: October 17, 2026

  • Location: Noida, Delhi-NCR

  • Registered athletes: More than 300

  • Confirmed nations: 12

  • Countries: India, Nepal, Kuwait, Bhutan, USA, Japan, Poland, Czech Republic, Oman, Netherlands, United Kingdom and Brazil

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