Afghanistan: Buzkashi

Buzkashi players race across a pitch during a match at Kabul Stadium to mark the inaugural Afghan parliament. Buzkashi, the national sport of Afghanistan, literally translates to 'goat grabbing'. Two teams compete for possession of a decapitated goat, which they then try to drop in a painted circle.
Buzkashi

Buzkashi players race across a pitch during a match at Kabul Stadium to mark the inaugural Afghan parliament. Buzkashi, the national sport of Afghanistan, literally translates to 'goat grabbing'. Two teams compete for possession of a decapitated goat, which they then try to drop in a painted circle.