Dambe
D
PLAYERS
2, plus spectators
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Outdoor
MATERIALS
- Cloth or cord to wrap the striking hand
- Open sandy ground
HOW TO PLAY
1
Each fighter wraps one fist tightly in cloth or cord to serve as the designated striking hand.
2
The other hand stays open for blocking and grappling, and kicks with one leg are also allowed.
3
Fighters circle each other, trading strikes and blocks while looking for an opening to land a clean hit.
4
A round ends when a fighter is knocked down, touches the ground with a hand or knee, or signals they are done.
5
The winner of the bout may go on to face the next challenger in the session.