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Buzkashi players from the Khurasan and Arayana clubs seen on their horses at Quetta’s Hockey Ground on March 11, 2022. (AN photo) photos

Traditional Afghan ‘goat-pulling’ draws crowds in Pakistan’s Balochistan

  • Buzkashi has been played across Central Asia for centuries, surviving wars, invasions and militant bans
  • Popular sport was brought to the province by Afghan refugees about four decades ago
By SAADULLAH AKHTER ·
Traditional 'goat pulling' sport outlasts Afghan wars, politics

Traditional 'goat pulling' sport outlasts Afghan wars, politics

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