Kabaddi is a popular contact sport that originated in ancient India. The duration of a kabaddi match varies depending on the format and level of competition.
In standard professional kabaddi matches, each half typically lasts 20 minutes with a 5-minute halftime break. This means the total playing time is 40 minutes. However, the actual duration of the match may be longer due to timeouts, injuries, and other interruptions.
For international competitions and major tournaments like the Pro Kabaddi League, matches follow this 40-minute format with two halves of 20 minutes each. The clock stops during raids, tackles, and when players are out of bounds.
In some local and amateur matches, the duration may be shorter, often consisting of two halves of 15 minutes each. Youth matches typically have even shorter durations to accommodate younger players.
The timing structure ensures that kabaddi remains an exciting, fast-paced sport while allowing for strategic gameplay and player recovery between intense physical exchanges. |
