Pahlevan of Iran


Pahlevan of Iran is an annual Pahlevani Wrestling competition held in Iran, in which athletes from across the country compete. The champion earns the title of Pahlevan and the right to wear the Bazouband. Though the competition has ancient roots, its modern form has been held only since 1944.
Described as "tangled up with the soul of Iranian peoples", the title is athletically and culturally prestigious in Iran. The Pahlevan armband was formerly awarded by the Shah of Iran and is now presented by the president of Iran.
, with 4 titles and the youngest Pahlevan ever
, 3-times winner was nicknamed Jahan Pahlevan
has the most titles and is nicknamed Pahlevan Bashi

Early Period (651-1450)