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Elmurat Kukenov won the gold at the tournament in Astana

Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Elmurat Kukenov won a gold medal at an international boxing tournament in Kazakhstan. The event, dedicated to the memory of the champion of the Kazakh SSR Manarbek Ikhsanov, took place from March 4 to 9 in the capital of Kazakhstan — Astana. During the tournament, 14 sets of medals were contested among boxers born in 2010-2011.

25.03.2026, 13:27
Adis Orozmamatov won gold at the judo tournament in Germany
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Adis Orozmamatov won gold at the judo tournament in Germany

The athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Adis Orozmatov, became the champion at an international judo tournament held in Germany. This information was published by the International Masters Bremen organization. The competition, which took place from March 20 to 22 in Bremen, gathered 65 participants in the under-21 category, where Orozmatov competed in the weight category up to 66 kg. Success came to the Kyrgyzstani when he managed to achieve six victories over opponents from Norway, Brazil, the United

24.03.2026, 11:16
The Kyrgyzstan National Boxing Team Will Compete at the Asian Championship in Mongolia
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The Kyrgyzstan National Boxing Team Will Compete at the Asian Championship in Mongolia

The national boxing team of the Kyrgyz Republic is preparing to participate in the 2026 Asian Championship, which will be held under the auspices of World Boxing. This information was announced by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic. This continental championship will take place in the capital of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, from March 28 to April 11.

24.03.2026, 11:12
Sezim Jumanzarova will perform at the tournament in Tashkent
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Sezim Jumanzarova will perform at the tournament in Tashkent

On March 27 in Tashkent, a tournament called PWL 11 will take place, where an important match will be held in women's wrestling in the 59 kg category. As reported by the Professional Wrestling League, two well-known athletes will meet on the mat: Lailokhon Sobirova, the vice-champion of Asia from Uzbekistan, and Sezim Jumanaazarova from Kyrgyzstan. These athletes have already had the opportunity to test their strength against each other in international competitions, adding extra intrigue

24.03.2026, 10:56
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12-year-old athletes from Shopokov won prizes at the international tournament in Kazakhstan

At the age of 12, the kids from Shopokov became prize winners at international sports competitions in Kazakhstan, as reported by Turmush sources from the mayor's office. According to the information, the team, coached by I. Narbaev, participated in the "Golden Star 2026" tournament, which took place in Shymkent from March 19 to 21. Participation was made possible thanks to financial support from the local mayor's office.

24.03.2026, 10:13
FIFA Expert Trains Kyrgyz Specialists in Scouting
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FIFA Expert Trains Kyrgyz Specialists in Scouting

The Kyrgyz Football Union has organized a seminar dedicated to scouting. Participants have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with modern approaches to finding and evaluating players, as well as to gain practical skills in match analysis and identifying talented footballers. According to the KFU, the seminar includes match screenings of the Talents Cup tournament and individual Q&A sessions with experts.

24.03.2026, 10:02
The Bishkek Championship in Sports Tourism Took Place in the Chunkurchak Gorge
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The Bishkek Championship in Sports Tourism Took Place in the Chunkurchak Gorge

The Open Championship of the city of Bishkek in sports tourism on mountain distances took place in the Chunkurchak Gorge on March 22, as reported by representatives of the capital's mayor's office. The competition brought together the best teams and athletes from the region, who went through technical stages, including the "rock distance," "suspension crossing," and "transporting the injured." Participants demonstrated excellent preparation, endurance,

24.03.2026, 09:40
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Results of the Open Championship of Bishkek in Mountain Distance Sports Tourism

On March 22, the Open Championship of Bishkek in sports tourism on mountain distances took place in the picturesque Chunkurchak gorge, located in the Chui region. This was reported on March 23 by Vladimir Agafonov, president of the Federation of Sports Tourism of Kyrgyzstan. The competition included three stages: rocky distance, suspended crossing, and transportation of the injured. Participants competed for 14 sets of medals distributed across various categories.

23.03.2026, 21:56
An Extreme Motorsports Festival Will Take Place in Bishkek
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An Extreme Motorsports Festival Will Take Place in Bishkek

On March 29, an extreme motorsport festival called Xtreme fest 2026 will be held in Bishkek, as reported by the event organizers. According to the organizers, the festival will take place on the grounds of the former military base "Gansi".

23.03.2026, 21:45
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Top League: "Muras United" Climbs to 1st Place, Securing Third Consecutive Victory

The football club "Muras United," representing the city of Manas, continues its winning streak in the Kyrgyzstan championship, achieving its third consecutive victory. On March 23, at the "Manas" stadium in Kara-Balta, the match of the 11th round of the Higher League took place, where the local club "Kyrgyzaltyn" hosted guests from Manas.

23.03.2026, 21:20
Ex-Manchester City Footballer to Play for Kyrgyzstan Team
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Ex-Manchester City Footballer to Play for Kyrgyzstan Team

Photo from the internet. Thomas Agbepong The football team "Muras United," representing the city of Manas, has announced the signing of a contract with Thomas Agbepong, who previously played for Manchester City and the Ghana national team. The 29-year-old player joined the team during the winter transfer window and officially became part of the club on March 21.

23.03.2026, 21:06
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The Bishkek Championship in Mountain Distance Sports Tourism has Concluded. Results and Photos

Last Sunday, March 22, the open championship of Bishkek in sports tourism on mountain distances took place in the picturesque Chunkurchak gorge. This information was provided to the editorial office of Kaktus.media by the Federation of Sports Tourism of Kyrgyzstan. The competitions were held over several challenging stages, including the "Rock Distance," "Suspension Crossing," and "Transportation of the Injured."

23.03.2026, 18:20
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In the village of Kenesh of the Shumkar-Uya rural district, a covered football field was opened

The covered football field was opened in the village of Кеңеш, which is part of the rural district of Шумкар-Уя in the Talas region. According to Bakyt Kydyraiev, the head of the village council, 9,500,000 soms were allocated from the local budget for the construction of this facility. The initiative was supported by the deputies of the local council.

23.03.2026, 17:58
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The location of the VII Nomad Games will be announced in the coming months.

In one to two months, the country hosting the VII World Nomad Games will be announced. This was reported by Nursultan Adenov, head of the international secretariat of the games, on the air of "Birinchi Radio." He noted that the next games will most likely take place outside of Kyrgyzstan. Currently, three or four countries have submitted their applications to host the event.

23.03.2026, 16:53
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In Kyzyl-Kiya, a football field was renovated for 2.1 million soms

In the Batken region, in the city of Kyzyl-Kiya, the reconstruction of the mini-football field located in the Iradan microdistrict has been successfully completed. In addition to the updated football field, the project also included the creation of a children's playground and a workout area, contributing to the health of the residents.

23.03.2026, 16:35
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Premier League: "Muras United" strengthened by former "Manchester City" player and Ghana national team member

The football club "Muras United," representing Manas, has announced the signing of former Manchester City and Ghana national team player, Thomas Agyepong. The 29-year-old winger became part of the team during the winter transfer window, and his official joining took place on March 21. Agyepong began his football journey at the Right to Dream academy in Ghana. In early 2015, he joined the Manchester City system, but by summer, he was loaned to the Dutch club Twente for one season.

23.03.2026, 16:16
Kyrgyz athletes participate in the Grand Prix Asia long backgammon tournament in Tashkent
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Kyrgyz athletes participate in the Grand Prix Asia long backgammon tournament in Tashkent

On March 23, the international long backgammon tournament Grand Prix Asia kicked off in Tashkent, organized by the International Backgammon Federation. The competition gathered around 50 countries, highlighting the scale of the event, as noted by Sergey Ponomarev, head of the Kyrgyzstan Sports Backgammon Federation. Kyrgyzstan is represented at the tournament by a team of 12 players competing under the Sports Backgammon Federation. Participation in such a significant international event

23.03.2026, 16:04
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The Kyrgyzstan National Team (U-16) crushed Tajikistan with a score of 3:0

The international tournament Talents Cup has kicked off in Bishkek, featuring four youth teams, and the Kyrgyzstan team (U-16) started with a brilliant victory. The competition began on March 20, and in the first match, the Kyrgyz team, led by Igor Kudrenko, faced the team from Tajikistan. In this matchup, the Kyrgyzstan national team achieved a convincing victory with a score of 3:0. Two goals in this match were scored by Alymbek Isaev, while another goal was netted by Bayaman Tashtemirov.

23.03.2026, 15:08
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UFC: Who Could Be Myktybek Orolbai Uulu's Next Opponent? Analysis of Opponents

Kyrgyz mixed martial artist Myktybek Orolbai uulu secured a confident victory over Chris Curtis on March 15 at UFC Fight Night 269, which allowed him to strengthen his position in the welterweight division (77 kg). Despite this, he has not yet made it into the top-15 of the UFC rankings. According to information from the reputable resource Tapology, Orolbai uulu is currently ranked 17th, making him a potential candidate for a fight with higher-ranked opponents.

23.03.2026, 13:13
Toguz Korgool Presented at the International Festival in South Korea
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Toguz Korgool Presented at the International Festival in South Korea

At the Korea Nomad Mind Festival of traditional games in South Korea, the Kyrgyz intellectual game Toguz Korgool took center stage. The Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to South Korea, Aida Ismailova, emphasized the importance of preserving nomadic heritage and invited festival participants to attend the World Nomad Games, which will be held in Kyrgyzstan. Ismailova emphasized that participation in international events provides an opportunity not only to showcase unique traditions but also to

23.03.2026, 12:06
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A volleyball tournament for the Mayor's Cup dedicated to the Nowruz holiday took place in Kant.

In the Chui region, in the city of Kant, a volleyball tournament was held in honor of the Nowruz holiday, as reported by the press service of the city administration in an interview with a Turmush correspondent. According to the information from the city administration, 12 teams from various parts of the region participated in the event, demonstrating a high level of play.

23.03.2026, 11:51