Flash Cards: Wrist-hold

The wrist-hold is a defensive technique used to prevent the raider from escaping back to their half of the court.

1. Holding the wrist from above. 2. Holding the wrist from below.

The palm should be in a cup shape, with the thumb apart and fingers close together for a firm grip.

Take a firm grip of the raider’s wrist as soon as they are within reach.

Immediately pull the raider towards the end line using the other hand.

The defender should use their body weight to counter the raider's movement during the wrist-hold.

Wrist rotation is a good warm-up exercise to prepare for wrist-hold.

The wrist-hold palm stretch is recommended as a cool-down exercise.

Players hold each other's wrists and pull in opposite directions as a drill.

Observing helps the defender judge the raider's movements for a better grip.

A relaxed position helps the defender move quickly and effectively execute the wrist-hold.

Using body weight helps to maintain control over the raider’s movement.

Failing to grip firmly can allow the raider to escape easily.

Discussion should include appropriate defensive skills for actions like Hand Touch, Toe Touch, and Kick.

To prevent the raider from escaping and score points for the defending team.

The defender should lean slightly forward to be ready for action.

The grip should be maintained until the raider is securely controlled.

Focus helps the defender anticipate the raider’s movements for a successful grip.

The wrist-hold is a specific defensive maneuver in Kabaddi aimed at holding the raider back.