Iran's Final Kabaddi Squad for Asian Games 2026

Iran have announced their final men's kabaddi squad for the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, assembling a strong and experienced group as they prepare for one of the biggest kabaddi tournaments on the international calendar. The squad features a blend of established Iranian stars and younger players, with Fazel Atrachali named as captain. Iran will once again enter the Asian Games as one of the biggest challengers to India's dominance in men's kabaddi.

Fazel Atrachali to Lead Iran

At the heart of Iran's squad is veteran defender Fazel Atrachali, who will captain the side in Aichi-Nagoya. Known for his leadership, defensive intelligence and experience at the highest level of kabaddi, Atrachali remains one of the most recognizable names in Iranian kabaddi. He will be joined by M. Reza Shadloui, Reza Mirbagheri and Md. E. Nabibakhsh, giving Iran considerable experience across the squad.

The final 12-player squad is:

1. Fazel Atrachali (Captain)
2. M. Reza Shadloui
3. Reza Mirbagheri
4. Md. E. Nabibakhsh
5. Amir H. Ejlali
6. Ali Samadi
7. Amir MD. Z. Danesh
8. Ali Eyozi
9. Omid Khojasteh
10. Alireza Mirzaeian
11. Heider Ekrami
12. Amir H. Bas Tami

A Strong Mix of Experience and Youth

Iran's selection reflects the country's continued emphasis on maintaining a competitive core while introducing players capable of carrying the team into the future. The presence of experienced names alongside younger players gives Iran multiple options when it comes to building their starting seven. Their physical style, defensive strength and ability to compete against the best teams in Asia have made them a consistent threat at major international tournaments.

M. Reza Shadloui is another major name to watch. His versatility and ability to contribute in different situations make him an important part of Iran's plans, while the likes of Reza Mirbagheri, Nabibakhsh and Omid Khojasteh add further depth to the lineup.

Experienced Coaching Staff

The Iranian team will also travel with an experienced coaching and support staff. Navab Toale has been named the Head Coach, with Saman N. and Javad M. serving as coaches. The support staff also includes Ebad Daliri, listed as Supervisor & Technical Director, while Behnam Mohammadi will serve as the Bodybuilding Coach. The coaching setup will play an important role in preparing the squad for the demanding Asian Games schedule, where small tactical details can decide matches between the continent's strongest teams.

Iran's Asian Games Challenge

Iran have traditionally been one of the strongest men's kabaddi nations in Asia and are among the teams capable of challenging India for the gold medal. The Asian Games will once again bring together some of the continent's top kabaddi nations, with India, Iran, South Korea, Pakistan, Japan, Bangladesh, Chinese Taipei, Thailand, Nepal and Malaysia among the teams competing in the men's event. Iran's group-stage schedule will put their squad under pressure from the opening day, making depth and consistency particularly important throughout the competition. With Fazel Atrachali leading a 12-player squad featuring a combination of experience, athleticism and emerging talent, Iran will head to Aichi-Nagoya with one clear objective: to challenge for the Asian Games gold medal.

Iran Men's Kabaddi Squad – Asian Games 2026

Captain: Fazel Atrachali
Players: M. Reza Shadloui, Reza Mirbagheri, Md. E. Nabibakhsh, Amir H. Ejlali, Ali Samadi, Amir MD. Z. Danesh, Ali Eyozi, Omid Khojasteh, Alireza Mirzaeian, Heider Ekrami, Amir H. Bas Tami.

Head Coach: Navab Toale
Coaches: Saman N., Javad M.
Supervisor & Technical Director: Ebad Daliri
Bodybuilding Coach: Behnam Mohammadi

With the final squad now confirmed, Iran's preparations for the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 enter their final phase, and all eyes will be on whether this experienced Iranian unit can challenge for the biggest prize in Asian kabaddi.