ADCC India 2026 brought together more than 300 athletes from over 12 countries and five continents, demonstrating the growing strength of Indian grappling at an international championship in Greater Noida.
The ninth edition of ADCC India took place on 17 October 2026 at Jaypee Atlantic, The Club, Integrated Sports Complex, Jaypee Greens, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
Athletes from across India and international competitors participated in the championship, which welcomed athletes of all nationalities across intermediate and professional divisions.
The event highlighted the depth of India’s submission grappling talent while creating opportunities for athletes to compete against challengers from different countries.
The championship brought together athletes from across the country, including competitors travelling from Ladakh to Meghalaya.
Their participation reflected the geographical reach of India’s grappling community and the growing interest in competitive submission grappling.
According to the Amrit India report published on 18 October, Indian athletes delivered strong performances on the mats, demonstrating the depth of talent within the country.
For grapplers, competitions like ADCC India provide opportunities to test technical skills, adapt to unfamiliar opponents and gain valuable experience under tournament pressure.
The 2026 championship followed the North East India Open held in Guwahati earlier in the year.
Together, these events represent efforts to make grappling competition accessible to athletes from different regions of India.
Providing regular competition opportunities is important for developing athletes. Training builds technique, but tournaments test those skills against opponents with different strengths, strategies and competitive experience.
For athletes progressing from intermediate to professional levels, this experience can become an important part of long-term development.
The championship received support from Adani Sportsline.
Parikshit Kaul, Senior Vice President of Adani Sportsline, highlighted that sport is about more than winning medals. He emphasised its role in building character, pushing boundaries and helping athletes recognise their true potential.
This perspective reflects an important part of competitive sport. Athletes develop discipline, resilience and confidence while learning to handle challenges in demanding environments.
For a growing discipline such as submission grappling, creating more opportunities to train and compete can help athletes develop these qualities while pursuing their sporting goals.
The report highlighted the role of ADCC India in the development of the country’s grappling community.
ADCC India organiser Gaurav Gulliya spoke about the increasing diversity of India’s sports ecosystem and the role sports entrepreneurs can play in establishing new sporting opportunities.
His comments reflect the importance of organisations that invest time and resources in developing sports beyond the country’s most established disciplines.
By organising grappling championships and bringing together athletes from different regions and countries, ADCC India contributes to the growth of a more competitive environment for submission grappling.
Participation from more than 12 countries and five continents gave athletes the chance to compete against a diverse field of opponents.
International competition exposes athletes to different technical approaches and helps them understand the demands of higher-level tournaments.
For Indian grapplers, gaining this experience at home can be an important step toward future international participation.
It also creates opportunities for local coaches and academies to assess the competitive landscape and continue improving their training programmes.
The development of a sporting discipline requires more than athletes and competitions. It also depends on organisations and partners willing to support the people and infrastructure behind the sport.
ADCC India 2026 received support from Adani Sportsline, while The Whole Truth Foods served as the event’s official nutrition partner, according to the Amrit India report.
Such partnerships can help sporting events provide stronger experiences for participants and improve the resources available to organisers.
For emerging sports, continued support can contribute to greater participation, visibility and long-term development.
At Crosstrain Fight Club, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, submission grappling and MMA are part of a broader combat sports training environment.
Competitions such as ADCC India allow athletes to take their training beyond the academy and test their skills in a structured competitive setting.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu develops ground control and submission techniques. Wrestling develops takedowns and positional control. Submission grappling brings these skills together in a format that challenges athletes to adapt and compete.
Crosstrain supports athletes with different goals, from learning combat sports fundamentals to preparing for competition.
For people exploring BJJ training in Gurgaon, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Gurugram, grappling training in Noida, MMA training in Delhi NCR or combat sports training in Faridabad, a competition-focused training environment can be an important consideration when choosing an academy.
Hosting the ninth edition of ADCC India at Jaypee Greens brought hundreds of Indian and international athletes together in Greater Noida.
The event provided a platform for competitors across experience levels and highlighted the opportunities available through organised submission grappling championships.
Greater Noida’s position within the wider Delhi NCR region also makes the event relevant to athletes, coaches and combat sports enthusiasts from nearby areas.
As participation grows, competitions like ADCC India can help create stronger connections between academies and encourage more athletes to pursue the sport seriously.
ADCC India 2026 demonstrated the depth of India’s grappling talent and the value of creating more opportunities for athletes to compete.
The participation of more than 300 athletes from over 12 countries and five continents showed the international reach of the championship.
Support from sporting partners, organisers and academies can help create the foundations for further development.
The next stage is to continue expanding access to competitions, encouraging new athletes to participate and creating opportunities for Indian grapplers to progress from domestic events to the international stage.
The talent is growing. The competition is expanding. Indian grappling is building its future one championship at a time.
ADCC India 2026 brought together more than 300 athletes from over 12 countries and five continents, demonstrating the growing strength of Indian grappling at an international championship in Greater Noida.
The ninth edition of ADCC India took place on 17 October 2026 at Jaypee Atlantic, The Club, Integrated Sports Complex, Jaypee Greens, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
Athletes from across India and international competitors participated in the championship, which welcomed athletes of all nationalities across intermediate and professional divisions.
The event highlighted the depth of India’s submission grappling talent while creating opportunities for athletes to compete against challengers from different countries.
The championship brought together athletes from across the country, including competitors travelling from Ladakh to Meghalaya.
Their participation reflected the geographical reach of India’s grappling community and the growing interest in competitive submission grappling.
According to the Amrit India report published on 18 October, Indian athletes delivered strong performances on the mats, demonstrating the depth of talent within the country.
For grapplers, competitions like ADCC India provide opportunities to test technical skills, adapt to unfamiliar opponents and gain valuable experience under tournament pressure.
The 2026 championship followed the North East India Open held in Guwahati earlier in the year.
Together, these events represent efforts to make grappling competition accessible to athletes from different regions of India.
Providing regular competition opportunities is important for developing athletes. Training builds technique, but tournaments test those skills against opponents with different strengths, strategies and competitive experience.
For athletes progressing from intermediate to professional levels, this experience can become an important part of long-term development.
The championship received support from Adani Sportsline.
Parikshit Kaul, Senior Vice President of Adani Sportsline, highlighted that sport is about more than winning medals. He emphasised its role in building character, pushing boundaries and helping athletes recognise their true potential.
This perspective reflects an important part of competitive sport. Athletes develop discipline, resilience and confidence while learning to handle challenges in demanding environments.
For a growing discipline such as submission grappling, creating more opportunities to train and compete can help athletes develop these qualities while pursuing their sporting goals.
The report highlighted the role of ADCC India in the development of the country’s grappling community.
ADCC India organiser Gaurav Gulliya spoke about the increasing diversity of India’s sports ecosystem and the role sports entrepreneurs can play in establishing new sporting opportunities.
His comments reflect the importance of organisations that invest time and resources in developing sports beyond the country’s most established disciplines.
By organising grappling championships and bringing together athletes from different regions and countries, ADCC India contributes to the growth of a more competitive environment for submission grappling.
Participation from more than 12 countries and five continents gave athletes the chance to compete against a diverse field of opponents.
International competition exposes athletes to different technical approaches and helps them understand the demands of higher-level tournaments.
For Indian grapplers, gaining this experience at home can be an important step toward future international participation.
It also creates opportunities for local coaches and academies to assess the competitive landscape and continue improving their training programmes.
The development of a sporting discipline requires more than athletes and competitions. It also depends on organisations and partners willing to support the people and infrastructure behind the sport.
ADCC India 2026 received support from Adani Sportsline, while The Whole Truth Foods served as the event’s official nutrition partner, according to the Amrit India report.
Such partnerships can help sporting events provide stronger experiences for participants and improve the resources available to organisers.
For emerging sports, continued support can contribute to greater participation, visibility and long-term development.
At Crosstrain Fight Club, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, submission grappling and MMA are part of a broader combat sports training environment.
Competitions such as ADCC India allow athletes to take their training beyond the academy and test their skills in a structured competitive setting.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu develops ground control and submission techniques. Wrestling develops takedowns and positional control. Submission grappling brings these skills together in a format that challenges athletes to adapt and compete.
Crosstrain supports athletes with different goals, from learning combat sports fundamentals to preparing for competition.
For people exploring BJJ training in Gurgaon, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Gurugram, grappling training in Noida, MMA training in Delhi NCR or combat sports training in Faridabad, a competition-focused training environment can be an important consideration when choosing an academy.
Hosting the ninth edition of ADCC India at Jaypee Greens brought hundreds of Indian and international athletes together in Greater Noida.
The event provided a platform for competitors across experience levels and highlighted the opportunities available through organised submission grappling championships.
Greater Noida’s position within the wider Delhi NCR region also makes the event relevant to athletes, coaches and combat sports enthusiasts from nearby areas.
As participation grows, competitions like ADCC India can help create stronger connections between academies and encourage more athletes to pursue the sport seriously.
ADCC India 2026 demonstrated the depth of India’s grappling talent and the value of creating more opportunities for athletes to compete.
The participation of more than 300 athletes from over 12 countries and five continents showed the international reach of the championship.
Support from sporting partners, organisers and academies can help create the foundations for further development.
The next stage is to continue expanding access to competitions, encouraging new athletes to participate and creating opportunities for Indian grapplers to progress from domestic events to the international stage.
The talent is growing. The competition is expanding. Indian grappling is building its future one championship at a time.