Kabaddi is a traditional Indian sport that has gained international recognition. The duration of a kabaddi match varies depending on the format and level of competition.
In standard professional kabaddi matches, each game consists of two halves of 20 minutes each, with a 5-minute halftime break. This makes the total playing time 40 minutes. However, the actual duration of the match may be longer due to timeouts, injuries, and other interruptions.
For domestic tournaments and local matches in India, the duration might be shorter, typically 15-20 minutes per half. The Pro Kabaddi League, which is the most popular professional kabaddi league in India, follows the 40-minute format with specific rules about raid time and team timeouts.
The match timing structure ensures that the game maintains its fast-paced nature while allowing for strategic planning by both teams. Each team gets two timeouts per half, each lasting 30 seconds, which can extend the total match duration. |
