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Kabaddi’s: A game that started from the dusty streets of a village… has now become the highlight of glamorous stadiums? Yes, we are talking about Kabaddi which has now become a global identity in the world of sports. This game which was once played barefoot near the fields is today being organized at a professional level in more than 30 countries. Let’s know its interesting story.
- The popularity of Kabaddi in India is centuries old.
- Pro Kabaddi League has given a new dimension to this game.
- Even today this sport is an important means of entertainment and exercise.
Kabaddi is not an ordinary game, but a confluence of agility, strength and strategy in which a player tries to enter the enemy’s territory, touch them and return back, that too while saying “Kabaddi,” in the same breath!Even though some people consider it a game of only strength and physical prowess, in reality it is much more than that. Kabaddi is a combination of agility, strategy, teamwork and amazing ability to hold breath. From the streets of villages to the modern sports complexes of cities, maintained its identity and popularity. Let’s take a look at its interesting story
Where did the roots of Kabaddi emerge from?
Kabaddi is not an imported or modern era game. It originated from the soil of our own country. Centuries ago, children and youth used to play this game in the villages of India and that too without any shoes, ground or technical rules. Even today, this game is in the heartbeats of people in states like Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh.It is not just a sport but a symbol of our cultural pride. It connects us to our roots and tells us that the real strength is not in fancy equipment but in passion and enthusiasm.
What does shouting “Kabaddi-Kabaddi” mean?
Many people wonder why the player repeatedly says “-Kabaddi”? Actually, this is a unique tradition of the game. This word comes from ‘Kai-Pidi’, which is called ‘holding hands’ in Tamil. It means to hold the opponent, but that too when you are continuously saying in one breath. That is, every moment of the game is a test of breath and strength – if the breath breaks, the player is out!
The story is also connected to Mahabharata
The roots of Kabaddi are so old that we find its glimpses in ancient tales like Mahabharata. The story of Abhimanyu entering the Chakravyuh seems somewhat similar. A warrior enters the circle of enemies, but is unable to get out due to lack of strategy. That is, not only strength, but mind and cleverness also play an equal role in this game. The techniques of similar to the methods that humans used in ancient times to defend themselves or attack in dangerous situations.
How to play Kabaddi?
There are two teams in this game, each team has 7 players. One by one, the raiders of both the teams enter the opponent’s court. Their goal is to touch as many players as possible and return to their own court without getting caught.If the raider is caught by the opposing team, he is out, but if he touches and returns safely, all the players he touched are considered out.There should be no break in breathing during this entire process and the raider has to continuously say “Kabaddi-” and this is the real challenge of this game.
Pro Kabaddi League: The new face of Kabaddi
While earlier was considered a game of villages only, now Pro Kabaddi League has given it a global platform. The popularity of the league can be gauged from the fact that its first season was watched by crores of viewers and it became the most popular sports tournament in India after IPL. This not only gave recognition to the players but also financial security and an opportunity to play at the international level.
Coming out of villages, they made a place on the world stage
Kabaddi is no longer limited to India. This game has made its place in Iran, South Korea, Japan, Kenya and even America. India is consistently performing well in international competitions and this game has become the pride of the country.
Kabaddi is not just a game, it is our identity
Today when we talk about international sports like cricket and football, it would be unfair to forget Kabaddi. This is a sport born in the soil of our country which has shown that if there is passion, any indigenous sport can get international recognition.Kabaddi not only gave the village children the courage to dream, but also showed the world that the real strength of India lies in its culture and tradition.
(Disclaimer: The information given here is based on general information. Before adopting it, definitely take medical advice. THE MONK does not confirm this.)
