Kabaddi is a traditional contact sport that originated in ancient India and remains immensely popular across the country today. The sport involves two teams of seven players each, where one player （the “raider“） enters the opposing team\“s half to tag as many defenders as possible and return to their own half, all while holding their breath and chanting “kabaddi, kabaddi“.
In modern India, kabaddi has evolved into a professional sport with leagues like the Pro Kabaddi League （PKL）, where teams representing different Indian cities compete. The matchup between teams from Bangalore （often abbreviated as BLR） and Tamil Nadu （often abbreviated as TAM） represents a classic South Indian rivalry in kabaddi. These matches showcase not just athletic prowess but also regional pride and cultural significance.
Kabaddi equipment remains simple and traditional - a playing field, typically made of clay or soil, and minimal protective gear. This reflects the sport\“s origins as a rural pastime that required little infrastructure. Today, kabaddi has become a source of national pride, with India consistently performing well in international competitions, and the sport continues to be an important part of India\“s sporting culture and identity. |
