09 January 2026

Kurash


Kurash (گولش / кӱрешчилер / күрес) is an ancient wrestling style practiced in Central Asia – Middle East countries. Bronze Age ceramics from Bactria (Uzbekistan) depict ancient wrestlers that suggesting Kurash's ancient roots. 

Kurash wrestlers wear special jacket and belt to hold each other and their goal is to throwing the opponent off the feet. The first official modern sport Kurash championship took place in Kazan in 1928.

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