Int. Ethnosport Bangladesh

Int. Ethnosport Bangladesh International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association (IEBA) is a national organization dedicated to promoting ethnosports & games in Bangladesh.

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(ইন্টারন্যাশনাল ইথনোস্পোর্ট বাংলাদেশ এসোসিয়েশন) Ethnosports represent the cultural heritage, identity, and historical traditions of communities across the world. These games, preserved and passed down through generations, embody ancestral skills, values, and wisdom while fostering cultural exchange and mutual understanding among nations. Characterized by their simplicity, accessib

ility, and inclusivity, ethnosports are suitable for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Requiring minimal equipment, they emphasize participation, physical skill, and cultural expression. In recent years, global interest in ethnosports has grown significantly, with organizations such as the World Ethnosport Union (Türkiye), the International Mas-Wrestling Federation (Russia), the World Togyzqumalaq Federation (Kazakhstan), the Qatari Society of Algannas (Qatar), the International Federation of Mancala Games (Kyrgyzstan), the Japan Equestrian Archery Association (Japan), the Argentine Pato Federation (Argentina), the International Kyrgyz Kurosh Federation (Kyrgyzstan), and the World Salvar Guresi Federation (Türkiye) leading worldwide efforts to promote and preserve these traditional games. The International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association (IEBA) is a pioneering national organization dedicated to promoting and developing ethnosports and games in Bangladesh. Established in 2015 and expanded in 2018 under the dynamic leadership of sports enthusiast Md Al Mamun, IEBA has played a transformative role in introducing globally renowned ethnosports such as Mas-Wrestling, Togyzqumalaq/Toguz Korgool, Mangala, Salvar Guresi, and Kyrgyz Kurosh to Bangladeshi athletes and youth. The organization actively collaborates with international federations and participates in major global events, strengthening cultural exchange and deepening Bangladesh’s engagement with the worldwide ethnosport community. Through training programs, championships, school-based initiatives, and awareness campaigns, IEBA is committed to inspiring younger generations and positioning Bangladesh as a vibrant contributor to the global ethnosport family.

17/08/2026

Highlights from the Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026 | Dhaka

A memorable celebration of ethnosports, youth, and international friendship unfolded at the Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026, held on 8 August 2026 at the Russian House in Dhaka.

The Championship brought together more than 200 athletes representing 30 educational institutions and sports organizations from across Bangladesh, creating an inspiring atmosphere of sporting excellence, cultural appreciation, and friendly competition.

From exciting sporting action and inspiring performances to the presence of distinguished guests and passionate young participants, the event reflected the growing momentum of the ethnosport movement in Bangladesh.

Jointly organized by the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association (IEBA) and the Russian House in Dhaka, the Championship served as a meaningful platform for promoting ethnosports, empowering the younger generation, and strengthening people-to-people connections through sports diplomacy.

🏅 Celebrating Excellence. Inspiring the Next Generation.
Special Appreciation & Credit to Mr. Labib Faisa

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The Daily Sun-  Ethnosports Bring Youth Together at National Championship in Dhaka
11/08/2026

The Daily Sun- Ethnosports Bring Youth Together at National Championship in Dhaka

Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026 in Dhaka saw 200+ athletes competing in Mas-Wrestling, promoting cultural heritage and youth engagement.

🏆 Prize Distribution Ceremony | Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026 | 📅 8 August 2026The Prize Distribution Cerem...
11/08/2026

🏆 Prize Distribution Ceremony | Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026 | 📅 8 August 2026

The Prize Distribution Ceremony of the Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026 celebrated the outstanding performances, dedication, and sporting spirit of the participating athletes.

Following the exciting Ethnosport competitions, winners and outstanding performers were formally recognized and presented with their prizes, medals, and certificates in the presence of distinguished guests, organizers, officials, and fellow athletes.

The ceremony reflected the core values of ethnosport: strength, discipline, determination, respect, fair play, and sportsmanship. It also provided an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of young Bangladeshi athletes and encourage them to pursue greater opportunities at national and international competitions.

The championship brought together more than 200 athletes representing 30 educational institutions and sports organizations from across Bangladesh, providing a valuable platform for young athletes to develop their competitive experience and engage with traditional sporting disciplines.

The prize distribution ceremony was attended by distinguished guests and representatives from the Russian House in Dhaka, diplomatic missions, sports institutions, and the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Bangladesh.

The Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026 was jointly organized by the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association (IEBA) and the Russian House in Dhaka, with the support of partners and sponsors.

🏅 Celebrating Excellence. Inspiring the Next Generation.

#ইথনোস্পোর্ট #এথনোস্পোর্ট World Ethnosport Union #тоғызқұмалақ Тоғызқұмалақ Қазақстан Honorary Consulate of The Russian Federation in Chattogram Dúnıejúzilik Toǵyzqumalaq Federatsııasy/World Togyzqumalaq Federation International Mas-Wrestling Federation #জাতীয়ক্রীড়াপরিষদ TİKA in Bangladesh Embassy of Russia in Bangladesh Russian House in Bangladesh #তুগুজকুমালাক #ইন্টারন্যাশনালইথনোস্পোর্টবাংলাদেশএসোসিয়েশন
#Этноспорт জাতীয় ক্রীড়া পরিষদ #নমাডগেমস World Nomad Games

Honouring Distinguished Guests | Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026Dhaka, 8 August 2026 | Russian House in Dhaka...
10/08/2026

Honouring Distinguished Guests | Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026
Dhaka, 8 August 2026 | Russian House in Dhaka

As part of the Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026, the organizers presented commemorative crests to distinguished guests in recognition of their valued presence and support. On behalf of the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association (IEBA) and the Russian House in Dhaka, Embassy of the Russian Federation in the People's Republic of Bangladesh, the commemorative crests were jointly presented by Md. Al Mamun, President of the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association, and Ms. Alexandra Khlevnoy, Director of the Russian House in Dhaka.

The distinguished guests honoured on the occasion were:
• Mr. İslam Güre, General Manager, Turkish Airlines Inc. in Dhaka
• Mr. Ashiq Imran, Honorary Consul General of the Russian Federation in Chittagong
• Mr. Kazim Karabacak, Coordinator, Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) in Bangladesh
• Mr. Sergey Nacharov, Attaché, Embassy of the Russian Federation in the People's Republic of Bangladesh
• Mr. Mahfuzul Alam Khan, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Youth and Sports, Government of Bangladesh

The presentation reflected the organizers' appreciation for the distinguished guests and their support for initiatives that promote ethnosports, youth engagement, international friendship, and people-to-people cooperation through ethnosport.

The Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026 was jointly organized by the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association and the Russian House in Dhaka, bringing together more than 200 athletes representing 30 educational institutions and sports organizations from across Bangladesh.

Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026
📍 Russian House, Dhaka
📅 8 August 2026

#ইথনোস্পোর্ট #এথনোস্পোর্ট #тоғызқұмалақ Тоғызқұмалақ Қазақстан Honorary Consulate of The Russian Federation in Chattogram Dúnıejúzilik Toǵyzqumalaq Federatsııasy/World Togyzqumalaq Federation International Mas-Wrestling Federation İslam Güre #জাতীয়ক্রীড়াপরিষদ TİKA in Bangladesh Embassy of Russia in Bangladesh Russian House in Bangladesh #তুগুজকুমালাক #ইন্টারন্যাশনালইথনোস্পোর্টবাংলাদেশএসোসিয়েশন
#Этноспорт জাতীয় ক্রীড়া পরিষদ #নমাডগেমস World Nomad Games

Mas-Wrestling Highlights in Bangladesh | Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026 Dhaka, 8 August 2026: More than 200 ...
09/08/2026

Mas-Wrestling Highlights in Bangladesh | Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026

Dhaka, 8 August 2026: More than 200 athletes representing 30 educational institutions and sports organizations from across Bangladesh participated in the Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026, held today at the Russian House in Dhaka. The championship was jointly organized by the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association (IEBA) and the Russian House in Dhaka.
The championship featured a range of ethnosport disciplines, with Mas-Wrestling attracting particular interest among both athletes and spectators. The competition provided a valuable platform for young athletes to demonstrate strength, discipline, determination, and sportsmanship, while contributing to the continued development of Bangladesh's engagement with the international ethnosport movement.

Delivering the welcome address, Md. Al Mamun, President of the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association and Bangladesh Representative to the International Mas-Wrestling Federation, a distinguished international sports diplomat and organizer and a pioneering figure in the development & promotion of ethnosports in Bangladesh, highlighted the growing global significance of ethnosports as a powerful platform for cultural exchange, youth development, the preservation of traditional sporting heritage, and international cooperation. He underscored the importance of creating greater opportunities for Bangladeshi athletes to compete at the international level, gain valuable competitive experience, and strengthen Bangladesh’s engagement with the global ethnosport community.

The championship was attended by a number of distinguished guests, including Mr. İslam Güre, General Manager of Turkish Airlines Inc. in Dhaka; Mr. Ashiq Imran, Honorary Consul General of the Russian Federation in Chittagong; Mr. Kazim Karabacak, Coordinator of the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) in Bangladesh; Md Ekramul Kabir, Vice President, International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association and Deputy Secretary, Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs; Mr. Sergey Nacharov, Attaché at the Embassy of the Russian Federation in the People's Republic of Bangladesh; and Mr. Mahfuzul Alam Khan, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Youth and Sports of Bangladesh.
In her closing remarks, Ms. Alexandra Khlevnoy, Director of the Russian House in Dhaka, emphasized the important role of ethnosports in preserving cultural heritage and fostering friendship, mutual understanding, and people-to-people connections among nations. She commended the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association for its growing contribution to the development and promotion of ethnosports in Bangladesh and encouraged Bangladeshi athletes to participate in the upcoming World Mas-Wrestling Championship in the Russian Federation.
The Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026 marked another significant milestone in the development of ethnosports in Bangladesh. In particular, the championship expanded opportunities for young athletes to experience traditional sporting disciplines, develop competitive skills, and strengthen their connections with the wider international ethnosport community.

Mas-Wrestling Highlights
Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026
Russian House, Dhaka | 8 August 2026

#ইন্টারন্যাশনালইথনোস্পোর্টবাংলাদেশএসোসিয়েশন জাতীয় ক্রীড়া পরিষদ পরিষদ #ইথনোস্পোর্ট #আইইবিএ World Ethnosport Union #масрестлинг #নমাডগেমস Russian House in Bangladesh Embassy of Russia in Bangladesh International Mas-Wrestling Federation MAS Wrestling USA World Nomad Games TİKA in Bangladesh VI World Nomad Games Volunteers Abdulhadi Turus Gsdfofficial #ম্যাসরেসলিং

Togyzqumalaq in Action | Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026 in Bangladesh.Dhaka, 8 August 2026: More than 200 at...
08/08/2026

Togyzqumalaq in Action | Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026 in Bangladesh.

Dhaka, 8 August 2026: More than 200 athletes representing 30 educational institutions and sports organizations from across Bangladesh participated in the Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026, held today at the Russian House in Dhaka. The Championship was jointly organized by the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association (IEBA) and the Russian House in Dhaka.

Delivering the welcome address, Md. Al Mamun, President of the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association, highlighted the growing global significance of ethnosports as an effective platform for cultural exchange, youth development, and international cooperation.

The ceremony was attended by a number of distinguished guests, including Mr. İslam Güre, General Manager of Turkish Airlines Inc. in Dhaka; Mr. Ashiq Imran, Honorary Consul General of the Russian Federation in Chittagong; Mr. Kazim Karabacak, Coordinator, Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) in Bangladesh; Mr. Sergey Nacharov, Attaché, Embassy of the Russian Federation in the People's Republic of Bangladesh; and Mr. Mahfuzul Alam Khan, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Youth and Sports of Bangladesh.

The ceremony was presided over by Alexandra Khlevnoy, First Secretary, Embassy of the Russian Federation in Bangladesh and Director of the Russian House in Dhaka.

#ইথনোস্পোর্ট #এথনোস্পোর্ট #тоғызқұмалақ Тоғызқұмалақ Қазақстан #জাতীয়ক্রীড়াপরিষদ #তুগুজকুমালাক #ইন্টারন্যাশনালইথনোস্পোর্টবাংলাদেশএসোসিয়েশন
#Этноспорт জাতীয় ক্রীড়া পরিষদ #নমাডগেমস World Nomad Games

"IEBA Delegation Meets H.E. Ambassador of Algeria🇩🇿 to Bangladesh🇧🇩 to Strengthen Sports and Cultural Cooperation"Dhaka,...
14/07/2026

"IEBA Delegation Meets H.E. Ambassador of Algeria🇩🇿 to Bangladesh🇧🇩 to Strengthen Sports and Cultural Cooperation"

Dhaka, 14 July 2026: A delegation from the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association (IEBA) paid a courtesy call on the Ambassador of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria to Bangladesh, His Excellency Mr. Abdelouahab SAIDANI, at the Embassy of Algeria in Dhaka on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.

The delegation was led by Mr. Md. Al Mamun, President of the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association. He was accompanied by the Association’s Honorable Advisor and prominent businessman, Mr. Md. Iqbal Hossain Chowdhury, Managing Director of JCX Group.

The courtesy meeting reflected the shared commitment of both sides to strengthening sports diplomacy and expanding cultural cooperation between Bangladesh and Algeria. Discussions focused on the growing international significance of ethnosports as a means of preserving cultural heritage, promoting mutual understanding, and fostering friendship among nations.

During the meeting, Mr. Md. Al Mamun presented an overview of IEBA’s mission, activities, achievements, and future initiatives. He highlighted the Association’s ongoing efforts to promote ethnosports and games in Bangladesh and across the international community. He also emphasized the important role of ethnosports in engaging youth, encouraging intercultural dialogue, safeguarding cultural heritage, and advancing peace, friendship, and international cooperation through sports diplomacy.

Association’s Advisor Mr. Md. Iqbal Hossain Chowdhury formally invited His Excellency Ambassador Mr. Abdelouahab SAIDANI to attend the Ethnosport National Open Championship 2026, which will be held on 8 August 2026 at the Russian House in Dhaka, as the Guest of Honour. His Excellency graciously accepted the invitation and expressed his sincere appreciation to the Association.

His Excellency Ambassador Mr. Abdelouahab SAIDANI commended the International Ethnosport Bangladesh Association for its significant contributions to cultural diplomacy and for its dedicated efforts to promote ethnosports and games at both the national and international levels. He expressed his appreciation for IEBA’s initiatives and conveyed his confidence that there are promising opportunities to further enhance cooperation between Algeria and Bangladesh in the fields of sports, culture, youth development, and people-to-people exchanges.

The meeting concluded in a cordial and friendly atmosphere, with both sides expressing their readiness to explore future collaborative initiatives, including ethnosport events, cultural exchange programmes, institutional partnerships, and other activities that will further strengthen the longstanding friendship between Bangladesh and Algeria.

#ইন্টারন্যাশনালইথনোস্পোর্টবাংলাদেশএসোসিয়েশন #ইথনোস্পোর্ট #আইইবিএ #масрестлинг #নমাডগেমস Embassy of Algeria in Dhaka

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