Naveen Kumar gets appointed head coach of Bengal kabaddi team amid ongoing games

A former national player from Haryana, Kumar brings a wealth of experience to the role. He was part of several gold medal-winning squads, including the 2006 South Asian Games, the 2006 Asian Games, and the 2007 Kabaddi World Cup. After retiring from active play, he has coached various domestic and institutional teams, including the Indian Navy and the Sports Authority of India.

Speaking on his appointment, Kumar said, “I am honoured to join the Bengal team as head coach. I look forward to working with the players to help improve their performance over the next few weeks.”

The Bengal team management emphasized that the decision reflects a focus on development and consistency. “Naveen Kumar brings solid coaching credentials and has worked with various teams. We believe he will be a valuable addition in this phase of the tournament,” said Apurv Gupta, representing the management.



No major changes to the playing squad have been announced. The team will continue with its current line-up under the new coaching leadership as it gears up for the remaining fixtures.


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