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Buzkashi (from Persian بزکشی buzkashi, buz "goat" + kashi "drawing") is a traditional Afghan sport, played from horseback. The name translates literally to "goat grabbing", implying that the game originated in the ancient practice of horseback goat-nabbing during the times of Genghis Khan. The Mongols were skilled riders who could swoop up a goat while riding a horse at full gallop. The goal of a Buzkashi player is to grab the carcass of a calf, and then get it clear of the other players, or pitch it across a goal line.
Competition is typically fierce, as other players may use any force short of tripping the horse in order to thwart scoring attempts (though the use of knives or guns is discouraged). Riders usually wear heavy clothing and head protection to protect themselves from players' whips and boots. Games can last for several days.
The game consists of two main forms: Tudabarai and Qarajai. Tudabarai is considered to be the simpler form of the game; in this style, the goal is simply to grab the calf and move in any direction until clear of the other players. In Qarajai, players must carry the carcass around a flag or marker at one end of the field, then throw it into a scoring circle at the other end.
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what the heck is buzkashi, its like polo only you play it with a dead goat.
kzoomosquito (mike nakama) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 05:52:56 -0000
what the heck is buzkashi, its like polo only you play it with a dead goat.
The head of the Buzkashi Federation said he aims to present the game for consideration to the International Olympic Committee.
kzoomosquito (mike nakama) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 05:51:35 -0000
The head of the Buzkashi Federation said he aims to present the game for consideration to the International Olympic Committee.
Rivista: In Afghanistan giocando a Buzkashi, a caccia di carcasse di capre http://ow.ly/16gSQZ
riviste (Riviste Italiane) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:08:24 -0000
Rivista: In Afghanistan giocando a Buzkashi, a caccia di carcasse di capre http://ow.ly/16gSQZ
#Buzkashi is the #national #game of #afghanistan & was #played in the #movie #Rambo III. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buzkashi
RatedRepublican (Rated Republican) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:41:12 -0000
#Buzkashi is the #national #game of #afghanistan & was #played in the #movie #Rambo III. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buzkashi
http://www.bootsnall.com/articles/01-07/the-game-of-buzkashi-afghanistan.html Not a joke. National Sport of Afghanistan
Supersock (Ryan Sellers) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 07:22:55 -0000
http://www.bootsnall.com/articles/01-07/the-game-of-buzkashi-afghanistan.html Not a joke. National Sport of Afghanistan
LA Times | Afghans love to get their goat in national sport of buzkashi | http://tiny.cc/nu118 |
nureport (James Lee) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 04:11:27 -0000
LA Times | Afghans love to get their goat in national sport of buzkashi | http://tiny.cc/nu118 |
Afghan National Sport - Description of Buzkashi and how the two versions differ.
Afghanistan's National Sport: Buzkashi - Article by Aziz Jan.
Asia Times: Buzkashi is more than just horsing around - Article about the game.
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BootsnAll.com: The Game of Buzkashi - Article by Mr Ginger.
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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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Czabe.com: Buzkashi - The Afghanistan Pastime - Description and photos of the game by Tom Geraci.
ESPN.com: Love your NFL? Then check out buzkashi - Side-by-side comparision of buzkashi and NFL.
National Sport - Bozkashi - Article by Larry B. Lambert.
The Fierce Afghani Game of Buskashi - Article by Mr. Ginger.
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Yahoo Groups: Buzkashi - A mailing list to discuss the ancient horseback game of buzkashi and its recreation.
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