7 Indian Sports that are almost forgotten

Kabaddi: Ancient team sport, tag-meets-breath-hold. Requires strategy, strength. Once rural, now Pro Kabaddi League revitalized interest.

Kho-Kho: Traditional tag game, two teams. Chasers eliminate opponents, thrilling speed and agility on display.

Gilli Danda: Stick game, precursor to cricket. Hits short stick (gilli) with long one (danda), aiming for distance.

Mallakhamb: Aerial yoga-gymnastics on wooden pole or rope. Requires strength, agility. Ancient training for wrestlers.

Thoda: Himachal's archery-meets-martial-arts. Teams 'fight' using song, dance, and arrows. Celebrates local folklore, festive vibes.

Pachisi: Ancient board game, Ludo's predecessor. Four-player strategy, moving four pawns around cross-and-circle board.

Yubi Lakpi: Manipuri rugby-like game. Coconut as ball, greased players. Blend of strength, strategy, and slippery chases.