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Team · Rules

Kabaddi rules & regulations

A SportSupport summary of the Kabaddi rulebook used by AKFI under World Kabaddi Federation in India. This is our own sport profile, not an official Government of India or IOC classification, and it is a reference rather than a substitute for the current rulebook.

Indian governing/organising body
AKFI under World Kabaddi Federation
Format
Standard Style (Pro Kabaddi) and Circle Style
Players
7 per side on the mat; up to 5 substitutes
Duration
40 minutes (two 20-minute halves) with a 5-minute break
Scoring
Raider scores touch points; defenders score tackle points; bonus and all-out points apply

Key rules

  • A raider must cross the baulk line and return to their half while continuously chanting 'kabaddi'.
  • A defender is out if touched by the raider, and the raider is out if tackled before returning.
  • An 'all-out' awards 2 bonus points and revives the opposing team.

Equipment

  • Standard kabaddi mat (13m x 10m)
  • Team jerseys
  • Mouthguard (optional)
Kabaddi overviewAll rules