History of Kabaddi

Abstract

 Kabaddi is basically an Indian game, which requires both skill and power, and combines the characteristics of wrestling and rugby. Kabaddi is aptly known as the “GAME OF THE MASSES” due to its popularity, simple, easy to comprehend rules, and public appeal. The game calls for no sophisticated equipment what so ever, which makes it a very popular sport in the developing countries. Though it is basically an outdoor sport played on clay court, of late the game is being played on synthetic surface indoors with great success. The duration of the game is 45 minutes for men & junior boys with a 5 minute break in between for the teams to change sides. In the case of women & sub junior boys, the duration is 35 minutes with a 5 minute break in between.