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    Kabaddi

    Dive into the sport ecosystem with detailed information on participation, performance, infrastructure, and athlete excellence

    About the Sport

    Kabaddi is a high-energy contact sport that blends agility, strategy, teamwork, and quick reflexes in a fast-paced competitive format. Originating in India, the sport has gained widespread popularity through professional leagues and growing international recognition.

    Governing BodyAmateur Kabaddi Federation of India

    Benefits

    Increases agility and reflexes
    Builds strength and endurance
    Enhances teamwork and awareness
    Increases agility and reflexes
    Builds strength and endurance
    Enhances teamwork and awareness

    Sport Snapshot

    Sport Type

    Indoor / Outdoor

    Formats

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    Competitions

    S. No.Conducting BodyEvent NameLevel
    1Amateur Kabaddi Federation of IndiaJunior World Championship (Boys)International
    2Amateur Kabaddi Federation of IndiaCommonwealth ChampionshipInternational
    3Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India8 20th National Circle Style Kabaddi Championship (Men& Women)National
    4Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India73rd Senior National Kabaddi Championship (Women)National
    5Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India73rd Senior National Kabaddi Championship (Men)National
    6Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India6th Senior Federation CupNational
    7Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India6th Asian Indoor and Martial Art GamesInternational
    8Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India6th Asian Beach GamesInternational
    9Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India52nd Junior National Kabaddi Championship (Girls)National
    10Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India52nd Junior National Kabaddi Championship (Boys)National

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    Team Size

    7 Players

    Equipment

    Kabaddi Mat

    Match Duration

    40 Minutes (Men) / 30 Min (Women)

    Olympic Status

    Not An Olympic Sport

    Paralympic Version

    Not Available

    Standard Kabaddi

    7 Vs 7 Mat-based Competition

    Circle Kabaddi

    Traditional Circular Field Format

    Beach Kabaddi

    Played On Sand Courts