Buzkashi

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.

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