Kabul, Dec 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Excitedly looking forward to the Buzkashi game and praying for his team to win the competition, a horse rider who introduced himself as Pahlawan described Buzkashi as a cherished traditional game, saying Afghans have been playing it throughout history.
As a "centuries-old" Afghan sport also known as goat grabbing, Buzkashi has become a symbol of unity. Pahlawan believes the thousands of people attending this horse-riding tournament from across Afghanistan reflect its power to bring individuals together from diverse backgrounds.
"Breeding and raising horses here is a deep-rooted tradition, and so is Buzkashi," said Pahlawan during a recent game held on the eastern edge of Kabul city. "This sport is more than just a competition
Source: IANS
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