2023, Vol. 10, Issue 6, Part B

The Indian contact sport of kabaddi has become well-known worldwide, calling for a more in-depth analysis of player performance and profiling. The scientific research on Kabaddi player profile and performance analysis is summarized in this article. We explore the important performance indicators, illuminating the various playing philosophies, such as positional preferences, tackle effectiveness, and raid success rates. We also investigate the connection between player attributes and injury risk, highlighting the necessity of specialized injury prevention techniques. Anthropometric and physiological attributes of Kabaddi players reviewed. Studies on the physiological characteristics of Kabaddi players identify unique adaptations to the demands of the sport, which can help design training plans and strategies for improving performance. The main conclusions regarding the body composition, muscular strength, flexibility, and anaerobic and aerobic capacity of Kabaddi athletes are outlined in this review.