🤸 Mallakhamb – The Traditional Pole & Rope Sport

📖 Origin & History

Mallakhamb is a traditional Indian sport where gymnasts perform aerial yoga and acrobatic postures on a vertical wooden pole, a rope, or a hanging cane. The name combines “Malla” (wrestler) and “Khamb” (pole). It was historically used to train wrestlers, enhancing their strength, flexibility, and grip.

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🧩 How It’s Played

• Performed on a wooden pole (2.6m high), a rope, or a hanging cane.
• Players climb, balance, and hold yogic poses while demonstrating strength & grace.
• Judged on difficulty, balance, flexibility, and execution.
• Often practiced barefoot, with hands and legs gripping the pole using core strength.

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