The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on October 7 slapped Paris Olympics bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat with one-year suspension for wrestling-related activities. Sehrawat was found 1.7 kg overweight at the time of weigh-in on the morning of the competition at Senior World Championships in Croatia.
"...you are hereby suspended from all wrestling-related activities, both at the national and international level, for a period of one (1) year, effective from the date of the show-cause notice," the WFI said in its letter.
"This decision is final and binding. During the period of suspension, you are barred from participating in or associating with any activities organized or sanctioned by WFI at both national and international levels."
On September 23, 2025, the WFI had issued a show-cause notice to Aman to explain why he was considerably overweight. The WFI's disciplinary committee was not satisfied with Sehrawat's reply.
"Your reply, dated 29th September 2025, was duly reviewed by the Disciplinary Committee. Additionally, clarifications were obtained from the Chief Coach and supporting coaching staff. Upon thorough examination, the Committee found your response unsatisfactory and has resolved to impose strict disciplinary action," it said.
Sehrawat had reached Croatia 18 days prior to the event. His coach, Lalit Prasad, had said that Sehrawat fell sick after arriving in Croatia which led to weight gain.
"You were deputed to attend the Accumulation Camp at Poreč, Croatia, commencing from 25th August 2025, providing sufficient time to maintain your weight and fitness. Despite reporting 18 days prior to your scheduled bout, you were disqualified from the Championship due to being overweight by 1.7 kg," the apex body said.
"As an Olympic medallist, WFI holds you to the highest standards of discipline, professionalism, and commitment. Failure to adhere to these standards, particularly in managing your weight, has not only impacted your personal credibility but also tarnished the image of the nation on the global stage, causing disappointment among the wrestling fraternity and supporters.
"You failed to maintain the prescribed weight category (57 kg) for which you were officially selected, thereby depriving India of a potential medal opportunity and causing significant financial loss due to the expenditure incurred by the Government of India for your participation and training."
In addition to Sehrawat, chief coach Jagmander Singh along with three other members of the coaching staff -- Vinod, Virender, and Narender -- were asked to explain the lapse in weight management as well.