Rewritten Title: Esteghlal Wrestling Club Advances to Finals with Strategic Roster Enhancements
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A Dominant Path to the Finals
The preliminary stage of the Iranian Greco-Roman Wrestling League has concluded, setting the stage for a thrilling final round. Esteghlal Qom, demonstrating formidable strength, has emerged from Group A undefeated, securing their place in the cross-stage semi-finals scheduled for December 5th at Tehran’s 7th Tir Hall. They will be joined by fellow qualifiers Raad Paddef from Group A, and Naft o Gas Zagros Jonoubi and Azad University Khuzestan from Group B, all vying for the top honors.
Semi-Final Showdowns Set
The matchups for the semi-finals are now official. Esteghlal, as the Group A leader, is set to face Azad University Khuzestan, the second-place team from Group B. In the other pivotal match, Naft o Gas Zagros Jonoubi, the leader of Group B, will compete against Raad Paddef, the runner-up from Group A.
A Formidable Lineup and Leadership
Under the adept leadership of head coach Ruhollah Mikaeli, the Esteghlal team has displayed exceptional prowess, winning all four of their group stage matches. The team’s roster is packed with renowned national wrestling talent, including Mahdi Ahmadi, Alireza Najati, Mahdi Mohsennejad, Mohammad Javad Rezaei, Amir Mahdi Saeedi Nava, Reza Azarshab, and Behrouz Hedayat.
Strategic Reinforcements for the Final Stage
In a strategic move to bolster their chances for the championship title, Esteghlal has strengthened its squad with several high-profile athletes for the final round. Key additions to the team include:
- Iman Mohammadi, the 72 kg champion from the 2025 U23 World Championships.
- Pouya Dadmarz, a two-time world medalist at 55 kg.
- Naser Alizadeh, a former member of the national team at 87 kg, now competing as a contender in the 97 kg category.
- Amir Abdi, a member of the national Greco-Roman team at 77 kg from the Solidarity Games of Islamic Countries.
This enhanced lineup positions Esteghlal as a formidable contender as they advance in the national competition.