Sports

A Rajput Khanda,an Indian sword Martial arts have, for centuries, featured as some of India’s most interesting and popular sports. There is a wide variety of styles, differing according to region, religion and preferences. The first records of martial arts can be found in the Tamil Sangam range of literature, which dates back to the second century BCE (Before our Common … [Read more...] about India – Martial Arts

Large victorian gothic style building in the centre of Mumbai, India.Cricket match being played in the park in front. Cricket is the most popular sport in India, despite hockey’s being its official game. It is managed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India, which is the wealthiest cricket board in the world. The national team, nicknamed the “Men in Blue”, participate … [Read more...] about India – Sports – Cricket

1951 Asian Games torch. Although the national sport of India remains hockey, cricket is still its most popular. Other popular sports include football, lawn tennis, chess and golf. India has featured on the global platform for its achievements in cricket. Cricket originated in England as far back as the 1500’s, becoming its national sport 200 years later. When the English … [Read more...] about India – Sports