Kabaddi is a traditional Indian sport that originated in ancient India and is now popular worldwide. This contact team sport requires players to hold their breath while chanting “kabaddi, kabaddi“ and tag opponents to score points. The game is deeply rooted in Indian culture and is often played in rural areas during festivals and celebrations.
In recent years, kabaddi has gained international recognition with the establishment of professional leagues like the Pro Kabaddi League in India. The sport combines elements of wrestling, tag, and strategy, making it an exciting and physically demanding activity. Traditional kabaddi is typically played on clay or mud courts, though modern versions use synthetic mats.
The rules of kabaddi involve two teams of seven players each, with one “raider“ entering the opponent\“s half to tag defenders while continuously chanting. The raider must return to their half without being tackled to score points. Defenders work together to stop the raider through various holding techniques. The simplicity of the game\“s requirements - just an open space and enthusiastic players - has contributed to its widespread popularity across India. |
