The India national kabaddi team represents India in international kabaddi competitions and is governed by the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India. The team has been dominant in the sport, winning multiple gold medals at the Asian Games and World Cups.
Kabaddi is a traditional Indian sport that originated in ancient India and has been played for thousands of years. The modern competitive version of kabaddi was standardized in India during the 20th century, with the first organized competitions taking place in the 1920s.
The Indian kabaddi team typically consists of 12-14 players, including raiders, defenders, and all-rounders. Some of the most famous players have included Anup Kumar, Rahul Chaudhari, Pardeep Narwal, and Manjeet Chhillar. The team is known for its aggressive raiding style and strong defensive formations.
India has hosted several major kabaddi tournaments, including the Kabaddi World Cup and Pro Kabaddi League matches. The sport has gained significant popularity through television broadcasting and has become one of the most-watched sports in India after cricket. |
