Kabaddi is a traditional Indian sport that has gained international recognition. A standard kabaddi team consists of 7 players on the court at any given time during a match. However, each team typically has 5 additional substitute players, making a total squad of 12 players.
The 7 players on the court include raiders and defenders who work together strategically. Raiders attempt to touch opponents and return safely, while defenders try to stop raiders from returning to their side. Teams can substitute players during timeouts or between raids, allowing for tactical changes throughout the game.
This team structure has been standardized by the International Kabaddi Federation and is followed in major tournaments like the Pro Kabaddi League and Asian Games. The sport continues to grow globally while maintaining its traditional Indian roots and gameplay format. |
