Kabaddi is played between two teams of seven players each on a rectangular court. The objective is for a single player on offense, called the "raider", to run into the opposing team's half of the court, tag one or more defenders, and return back to their own half without getting tackled. To initiate a raid, the raider must chant "kabaddi, kabaddi" loudly and without interruption when running into the opponent's zone. Defending players are called "anties". A raider must keep chanting to show they have not inhaled while in the opponent's area. If the raider touches one or more anties and returns safely, those defenders are "out" and must leave the court. The raider wins points equal to the number of defenders they tag. If the raider is tackled before returning to their court, the opponent wins the point. Anties use various grabbing, holding or blocking techniques like ankle holds, chain tackles, dashing etc. to prevent the raider from escaping. If the raider cannot free themselves before running out of breath, they are declared "out". Other rules: Each half lasts 20 minutes All players out remain out for the full game Teams take turns sending raiders until all players are out A "do-or-die" raid is called if a team is left with one player If the court is touched during the raid, the attempt ends immediately Simple, ancient yet thrilling - these basic rules have ensured kabaddi's spectator appeal for generations! Games today allow for greater flexibility and innovation in both attack and defense.

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The Beginning of Pro Kabaddi League

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