Buzkashi Equestrian Sports

Buzkashi, or goat grabbing, is the national sport of Afghanistan. The game starts with a headless goat carcass placed in the center of a circle and surrounded by the players of two opposing teams. The object of the game is to get control of the carcass and bring it to the scoring area. Buzkashi is divided into two versions, Tudabarai and Qarajai. The game is very similar to polo except for fewer rules. Players are not allowed to shoot or stab a member of the opposing team.

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• National Sport - Bozkashi - Article by Larry B. Lambert.
• ESPN.com: Love your NFL? Then check out buzkashi - Side-by-side comparison of buzkashi and NFL.
• Asia Times: Buzkashi is more than just horsing around - Article about the game.
• Christian Science Monitor: Buzkashi - an Afghan tradition thrives | csmonitor.com - A favorite Afghan pastime reflects the values of the country: buzkashi strength, courage, and horsemanship.
• Afghan National Sport - Description of Buzkashi and how the two versions equestrian differ.
• Afghanistan's National Sport: Buzkashi - Article by Aziz Jan.
• Yahoo Groups: Buzkashi - A mailing list to discuss the ancient horseback sports game of sports buzkashi and its recreation.
• BootsnAll.com: The Game of Buzkashi - Article by Mr Ginger.

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