The most famous sport in the scenic state of Nagaland is wrestling but of its own kind. In this form of wrestling, participants begin by catching the other contestant`s waist belt. The referee then signals the start of the game after which the two competitors must try and discard each other. This can be done via a number of tricks using the legs as well as muscular force. Interestingly holding the opponents leg with using hands is not permissible. However, one can use the hands to hold the other parts of the opponent`s body, beginning from the waist and going further up.

The competitor who manages to throw the opponent to the ground and ensures that the trunk of the opponent has touched the ground wins. He has to be careful that his own trunk does not touch the ground though. Alternately if a player is in a kneeling position with his knees and hand in contact with the ground, he loses the bout. There are three rounds to decide the winner. This form of wresting is very popular among the tribal people of Nagaland especially Angami, Chakhesang, Zeliang, Rengma and Mao tribes. The game is so well liked in the state that a big competition is definitely held every two years.