Kabbadi is now on the world map. Primarily it was a South Asian game. Generally we say that kabbadi is the mother game of Punjabis. Wherever Punjabis live, they hold kabbadi tournaments. Now kabbadi has reached Rogers’s cable from the fields of Punjab. Like cricket kabbadi has become a professional game.
The first world kabbadi cup was held in Punjab from 3rd to 12th April 2010. Nine kabbadi teams from Australia, Canada, Italy, Iran, India, U.K, Spain and Pakistan participated in the event. Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab, Sukhbir Singh Badal inaugurated the tournament at Yadwindera stadium, Patiala. Bollywood film star Dharmindera and Sunny-Deol were also present. Artists from different parts of India performed  colourful dances including bhangra.

The final match of the world kabbdi cup was played between the arch rivals India and Pakistan. Like other matches it was telecasted by PTC Punjabi channel. Canada defeated Italy securing 69 against 22 points, landing on the third position.

Unexpectedly India thrashed Pakistan  58-24. India secured first four points and maintained their lead to last to become world champions. India won 1st prize of almost $222,000 and being runner-up Pak won $110,000.  Canada got prize of $500,00 for third position. Sukhwinder Singh, bollywood singer amused the gathering with melodious songs. Parkash Singh Badal, chief minister of Punjab distributed the prizes and announced hiring all Indian players in Govt. service.

Kulwinder Singh Kinda from Canada and Mangat Singh Mangi (C)  of the Indian team was declared best raider and best chaser respectively. They both were awarded with Swaraj tractors.