Bashir crowned champion

Published November 30, 2006

LAHORE, Nov 29: Bashir Bhola Bhala added another feather in his hat by winning wrestling contest, Rustam-i-Punjab dangal defeating Achi Pehalwan of Multan at the newly built wrestling stadium at the Iqbal Park Sports Complex on Wednesday.

Bashir was honoured with a mascot and cash prize of Rs100,000 while Achi Pehalwan pocketed Rs50,000.

Billo Pehalwan captured third position defeating Shoaib Butt to earn Rs40,000. Shoaib received Rs25,000.

Ijaz Butt was given Rs20,000 for seizing fifth spot while Mani received Rs10,000 for sixth position.

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