Pehlwani

Pehlwani, also known as Kushti, is a traditional Indian wrestling style combining physical strength, agility, and discipline. Practiced mainly in India and Pakistan, it involves rigorous training in a mud or dirt arena called a "Kushti akhara." Wrestlers, called Pehlwans, follow strict diets and routines to build strength, endurance, and timing. The sport emphasizes technique, balance, and mental focus, often rooted in a cultural and spiritual tradition. Pehlwani has ancient origins and is regarded as both a competitive sport and a discipline that promotes physical fitness, respect, and perseverance.