Kazakh kuresi
Kazakh wrestling is the modern form of an ancient wrestling style of Kazakhstan. Its techniques and competition rules are close to judo and sambo. The sport is part of United World Wrestling.
World and continental championships are held every year. Azerbaijani athletes have competed internationally in Kazakh wrestling since 2014. The best results have been achieved by Elkhan Rajabli, Emil Hasanov, Vugar Bayramov, Bakhtiyar Abbasov, Elchin Mayilov and Aghasif Samadov.
Origins
The oldest rock drawings of wrestling in Kazakhstan date from 1200–600 BC. Wrestling was used for military training and in ceremonies. The first modern competition was held in Almaty in 1938, and the first international tournament in 1952.
Rules
The bout starts standing. The aim is to make both of the opponent's shoulder blades touch the ground at the same time.
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