Three-day martial arts competition concludes in Srinagar

ANI  |  Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] 

The three-day competition, National Muaythai Federation Cup, concluded here at the Indoor Stadium, on Tuesday.

The event saw the participation of male and female martial art players from 15 states around the country.

All the participants were full of praise of the tournament as they appraised the step taken by the authorities and said the event would help in boosting the sporting skills of local martial art players.

It should be noted that it is the first time such type of national event of was held in Kashmir.

Muaythai is a combat sport originating from that uses stand-up striking along with various clinching techniques.

This physical and mental discipline is known as 'the art of eight limbs' because it is characterized by the combined use of fists, elbows knees and shins.

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First Published: Tue, April 24 2018. 14:03 IST