The Pakistan Anti-Doping Organisation (PADO) has announced four-year bans for four kabaddi players after they allegedly refused to undergo mandatory doping tests during the National Kabaddi Championship held in Lahore.
According to officials, the sanctions were imposed under existing national and international anti-doping regulations. Refusing to provide a sample for doping control is treated as a serious violation, carrying the same penalty as a positive test result.
⚠️ Players Banned
The banned players include:
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Ubaidullah Rajput
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Malik Bin Yameen
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Rana Haider
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Kashif Sandhu
Officials stated that all athletes participating in official competitions are required to comply with anti-doping procedures. Failure to do so is considered a breach of the rules designed to ensure fairness and transparency in sport.
📝 PKF Also Takes Notice
The Pakistan Kabaddi Federation (PKF) has formally acknowledged the development and scheduled a disciplinary committee meeting on January 12 in Lahore. The four players have been invited to attend and present their stance on the matter.
The committee will review the case in line with federation regulations, and further disciplinary action may follow depending on the outcome of the hearing.
🏉 Upholding Clean Sport
Officials emphasized that anti-doping enforcement remains essential for maintaining integrity in kabaddi and protecting clean athletes.
