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  2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › KabaddiKabaddi - Wikipedia

    According to the sport's origins, Kabaddi is a sport developed centered on Jallikattu. It was common among the Ayar tribal people who lived in the Mullai geographical region of ancient Tamil Nadu. [15][16][17] A player going to the opposition is treated like a Bull.

  3. www.sportsadda.com › kabaddi › featuresKabaddi: The origin, history and evolution of the sport

    Apr 12, 2021 · The history of kabaddi is rooted in ancient India and has come a long way since, including a demonstration at the Olympics and now in the Pro Kabaddi spotlight.

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  5. sportsbeatsindia.com › kabaddi › what-is-the-historyWhat is the history of Kabaddi? - Sports Beats India

    Oct 3, 2023 · Kabaddi’s roots can be traced back to ancient India, where it was not just a sport but a ritualistic practice. The term “Kabaddi” finds its origins in the Tamil word “kai-pidi,” which translates to “holding hands.”

  6. www.theworldkabaddi.org › historyHistory - HOME OF KABADDI

    The game of Kabbadi is one of the oldest games of Indian origin. Some believe that the sport has a history dating to pre-historic times and was probably invented to ward off group attacks. The Iranians believe that game originated in their country in the Sistan region. Many believe that the game has its beginning some 5,000 years ago.

  7. www.britannica.com › sports › kabaddiKabaddi | Indian Origin, Team Sport & Rules | Britannica

    Aug 13, 2024 · Indigenous to South Asia, kabaddi is also known as hu-tu-tu in western India, ha-do-do in eastern India and Bangladesh, chedu-gudu in southern India, gudu in Sri Lanka, and theechub in Thailand. It has been speculated that the game originated in prehistoric times, when the development of human reflexes was crucial for self-defense and hunting.

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  8. sportsbeatsindia.com › kabaddi › in-which-countryIn which country did Kabaddi originate? - Sports Beats India

    Sep 28, 2023 · In which country did Kabaddi originate? The answer lies in the heart of the Indian subcontinent. Kabaddi’s roots can be traced back to ancient India, where it was known by various regional names such as “Hadudu” in Bengal, “Hu-Tu-Tu” in Maharashtra, and “Chadukudu” in Tamil Nadu.

  9. worldkabaddi.org › about-game › historyHistory | World Kabaddi Federation - Kabaddi World Cup

    The game of Kabbadi is one of the oldest games of Indian origin. More than 4000 years ago the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata describes a battle between the warrior Abhimanyu the heir of the Pandava Kings with the Cauravas inside the enemy camp.