Indian Wrestling Federation sent show cause notice to Vinesh Phogat, said- reply within 14 days

Vinesh Phogat: Before her comeback, Indian female wrestler Vinesh Phogat is continuously getting into trouble. The Wrestling Federation of India has issued a show cause notice to Vinesh. They have been given 14 days time to respond to this notice. Vinesh Phogat has been accused of indiscipline and violation of anti-doping rules.

When will Vinesh have to answer?

Indian Wrestling Federation along with this. Has been declared ineligible to participate in domestic competitions till June 26, 2026. Along with this, the reply has to be given by the end of this month i.e. by the end of 14 days. It is being told that this action was taken because he had not completed the six-month notice period required for athletes returning from retirement under the UWW’s anti-doping rules.

what is the allegation

According to WFI, Vinesh’s conduct has caused embarrassment at the national level. In this 15-page notice, the WFI alleged that the image of Indian wrestling has been damaged. Vinesh is also accused of violating the provisions of the WFI Constitution, UWW International Wrestling Rules and Anti-Doping Regulations.

What is the bad news for Vinesh?

Now it has also become clear that Vinesh Phogat is not eligible to participate in any domestic competition till June 26 this year. This also includes the National Open Ranking Tournament to be held in Gonda (Uttar Pradesh) from 10 to 12 May, which was considered to be his comeback tournament. Vinesh could have gained her confidence by performing well in this.

what is the rule

WFI has informed in the letter that if Vinesh Phogat wants to return to wrestling, she will have to inform ITA or International Federation at least six months in advance. They will also have to be ready for anti-doping testing. WFI, citing WADA rule 5.6.1, said that no player can directly participate in the competition after being out of the testing system for a long time. It has also been informed that if this is done then the results may be declared invalid. Vinesh is also accused of violating the provisions of the WFI Constitution, UWW International Wrestling Rules as well as anti-doping rules.

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