Nguni stick fighting is a martial art traditionally practised by teenage Nguni herdboys in South Africa. Each combatant is armed with two long sticks, one of which is used for defence and the other for offence. No armour or protective gear is used. Hawaiian State Grappling Championships. ... For the cattle breed see Nguni cattle. ...
In recent years, attempts have been made to develop stick fighting into a regular sport, with rules and competitions.
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