C Honnappa is a renowned kabaddi player from India who has made significant contributions to the sport. Kabaddi is a traditional Indian contact sport that originated in ancient India and is now popular across South Asia and internationally.
The sport involves two teams of seven players each, where one player from the attacking team （the raider） enters the opposing team\“s half to tag as many defenders as possible and return to their half, all while chanting kabaddi. Defenders must stop the raider from returning to their side.
Kabaddi equipment used in India includes simple, locally made items like the kabaddi mat, which is typically made from jute or coir - natural fibers widely produced in India. Players often wear traditional Indian cotton jerseys and shorts that allow freedom of movement. The sport requires minimal equipment, making it accessible to people across different economic backgrounds in India.
Indian kabaddi tournaments feature products like homemade sports drinks using local ingredients such as nimbu pani （lemon water with salt and spices） and coconut water, which are natural energy boosters popular among athletes in India. Many players also use traditional Indian oils for muscle massage and recovery. |
