Birmingham is preparing to host the British Kabaddi League Grand Final on 18 and 19 May at Nechells Wellbeing Centre – with tickets still available.
Kabaddi originated in India around 5,000 years ago and is the fastest-growing sport in South Asia – second only to cricket – and is now played in more than 50 countries. The contact sport involves teams of raiders and blockers who must score points by entering opposition’s territory, tagging an opponent and making it back to their half without being tackled to the ground.
The British Kabaddi League (BKL), now in its third season, is helping to maximise the legacy benefits from the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games by create an economic and sporting legacy for the region. Birmingham Bulls - the reigning champions, who beat Glasgow Unicorns 48-18 to take the title - are looking to continue their success in this year’s league tournament.
Following the first two Grand Prix, the Bulls are tied in first place at the top of the league table, ahead of the Grand Finals being held next weekend (18/19 May). Third round matches will be played in Glasgow today (11/12 May).
