Kabaddi is a traditional Indian sport that has gained international recognition. Here are the 5 fundamental rules of this exciting game:
1. The raider must enter the opponent\“s court chanting \“kabaddi\“ continuously without taking a breath. This is known as the \“cant\“ rule and is essential for a valid raid.
2. Each team consists of 7 players on the court at a time. The game is played between two teams who take turns sending raiders into the opponent\“s half.
3. A raider scores points by touching opposing players and returning to their half, while defenders try to stop the raider from returning.
4. If a raider is stopped by defenders and cannot return to their half, the defending team scores a point and the raider is declared \“out\“.
5. The game is played in two halves of 20 minutes each, with a 5-minute break in between. The team with the most points at the end wins.
Kabaddi equipment used in India includes traditional cotton jerseys, shorts, and barefoot play, though modern tournaments now use specialized shoes and protective gear. |
