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1. Kabaddi:
Kabaddi, a customary Indian game played for quite a long time, has become an expert association that has surprised the country. Since its inception in 2014, the Pro Kabaddi League has pushed the sport into the spotlight of the general public. What was once considered a pastime for rural residents has evolved into a thrilling and competitive sport with millions of fans. With Dubki King, Pardeep Narwal as No. 1 Kabaddi player, the sport has reached to become a national sensation.
2. Mixed Martial Arts:
In recent years, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) has become popular in India, catching the attention of sports fans. One of India’s most exciting and fastest-growing sports is this combat sport, which combines martial arts and other techniques. The outcome of Indian warriors on the worldwide stage plays a vital impact in promoting the game inside the country. A new generation of fighters has been inspired to pursue their dreams in this thrilling discipline by notable athletes like Arjan Bhullar, who became the first Indian-origin fighter to win a world title in a major MMA promotion.
3. Frisbee Ultimate:
Ultimate Frisbee was a small sport, but now it is getting much attention. This unique game combines parts of football, ball, and, of course, Frisbee. It has won the hearts of many game fans all over the country. The fact that men and women can play on the same team in Ultimate Frisbee sets it apart from other sports in this category. Breaking down traditional barriers and encouraging unity, friendship and gender equality, the sport has driven its rising popularity.
4. Chess Boxing:
Chessboxing is an interesting sport that is becoming more and more popular in India. It combines the physicality of boxing with the strategy of chess. It combines the mind and body in a captivating sport. Although chess boxing may initially appear out of the ordinary, it offers a captivating combination of strategy, strength, and agility.
5. Parkour:
It is gaining a lot of popularity in India. This sport, which was first developed in France, has captivated many brave people all over the country. It is the art of using only one’s body to get around various obstacles, like buildings, railings, and walls, most efficiently and fluidly possible. Its accentuation on opportunity, imagination, and versatility separates Parkour from different games.
6. Sepak Takraw:
Sepak Takraw, a mix of football and volleyball, is a sport starting from Southeast Asia. It is catching the attention of sports fans in the country. In Sepak Takraw, the goal is to keep the ball from touching the ground and to score points by sending the ball over the net into the opponent's court. Players utilize different strategies like kicks, headers, and even bike kicks to keep the ball in play.
7. Roller Derby:
Roller derby, an adrenaline-powered sport on wheels, is catching attention in India’s wearing scene. It has won the hearts of athletes and spectators alike with its fast-paced action and fierce competition. The sport has acquired ubiquity worldwide, and India is no special case. On a flat or banked track, teams of both offensive and defensive players compete in this high-intensity sport.
8. Kho Kho:
Also known as the “Indian tag game,” it is a revival of an ancient Indian game that has seen a remarkable comeback in recent years. This speedy and energizing game has its underlying foundations profoundly imbued in Indian culture and history, going back millennia. The revival of this Indian sport piqued the interest of sports enthusiasts and has served as a platform for preserving cultural heritage.
9. Handball:
It is a fast-paced, exciting team sport that has fans all over the world. It is becoming more and more popular in India and around the world. This high-energy game requires speed, skill, and collaboration to join the ball, soccer, and water polo components. Handball, which has its roots in Europe and is played today in over 180 nations, has a long and varied history.
10. Padel Tennis:
Padel Tennis is a relatively new sport that has quickly become popular in India. It is a racket sport with elements of tennis and squash. As a result, it is an exciting and engaging sport for people of all ages and skill levels. One of the primary explanations for the developing excitement for Padel Tennis is its openness. It can be played indoors and outdoors on specially constructed courts that are smaller than standard tennis courts.
