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Boli Khela or Jabbar-er Boli Khela (Template:Lang-bn) is a traditional form of wrestling in Bangladesh, particularly popular in the Chittagong area. It is one of the oldest traditions of the Chittagong. The sporting event, held in the first month of the Bangla year, always takes place at Laldighi Maidan.
Etymology
Boli means a powerful person in Bengali, while Khela denotes a game. So, Boli Khela means game of the powerful person.
History
Boli Khela was introduced in the early 20th century by Abdul Jabbar Saodagar. His desire was to cultivate a sport that would prepare the youth to fight against British rule. Broad appeal for the sport began at the end of the First World War but subsided at the end of the Second World War.
Participation
Each year, Boli Khela attracts new participates and fans because the sheer enjoyment of the sport is not only contagious for local enthusiasts but inspires tourists to Bangladesh an opportunity to get a glimpse of an exciting and unique event.<ref>Jaki Zaman (10 May 2013). "Jabbarer Boli Khela: Better Than WWE". theindependentbd.com. Retrieved 8 Jun 2013.</ref
References
- . archive.thedailystar.net. April 28, 2010. Retrieved June 08, 2013.
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- Jaki Zaman (10 May 2013). "Jabbarer Boli Khela: Better Than WWE". theindependentbd.com. Retrieved 8 Jun 2013.
- Staff Correspondent, Ctg (April 24, 2013). "Jabbarer Boli Khela tomorrow". thedailystar.net. Retrieved June 08, 2013.
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