sports violence
Punjab Kabaddi Player Murder: Main Suspect Killed in Police Encounter Following Tournament Shooting
Dec 17, 2025 10:03 pm CST
The main suspect in the murder of 30-year-old kabaddi player Kanwar Digvijay Singh was killed in a police encounter in Punjab's Mohali. The victim was shot during a kabaddi tournament, with police identifying three suspects connected to a gang allegedly seeking dominance over the sport in the region. Two police officers were injured during the encounter with the primary suspect, who had a significant criminal history.
Second Kabaddi Player Murdered in Punjab Within a Week: Bishnoi Gang Claims Responsibility and Issues Threats
Nov 05, 2025 01:58 pm CST
In a disturbing trend of violence against kabaddi players in Punjab, Gurwinder Singh has become the tenth player murdered since 2016. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for this killing, highlighting the growing connections between the popular sport and organized crime networks in the region. This follows the recent murder of national-level player Tejpal Singh, revealing how kabaddi's financial prominence has attracted criminal elements and drug money.