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Gidigbo

G
PLAYERS
2 (plus spectators)
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Outdoor
MATERIALS
HOW TO PLAY
1

Two wrestlers face each other inside a circle of onlookers who clap and sing to set the pace of the match.

2

Each wrestler tries to grip the other's waist, wrapper, or arms to gain control without striking or kicking.

3

A match is won the instant one wrestler forces any part of the opponent's body other than the soles of the feet to touch the ground.

4

Common techniques include hip throws, leg sweeps, and sudden lifts, and intentionally striking the opponent is not allowed.

5

Matches are typically contested in a best-of-three format inside the circle.

6

The overall winner is celebrated with singing and drumming from the surrounding crowd.