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Baulk Line Crossing Requirement (हिंदी)

कबड्डी आधिकारिक नियम: 3.75m (Men) / 3m (Women) from midline. Raider foot must touch ground past baulk line.

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Visual Breakdown — कबड्डी आधिकारिक नियम: 3.75m (Men) / 3m (Women) from midline. Raider foot must touch ground past baulk line.

Rule Overview

Beginner & Advanced Breakdown

Beginner Summary

To make a raid count, you must cross the Baulk Line! If you don't touch a defender, crossing the Baulk Line makes it a valid empty raid.

Technical & Advanced Nuances

Baulk line requirement is waived if a touch or struggle occurs. Otherwise, returning without crossing baulk line results in raider being declared OUT.

Official AKFI Regulation

The Official Rule Text

The first parallel line from midline towards end line in each half is called Baulk line. Distance is 3.75m for Men/Junior and 3.0m for Women/Sub-Junior. Baulk line is crossed when foot touches ground between Baulk and Bonus line without touching midline-baulk zone.

Real Match Scenario & Referee Decision

How Referees Officiate This Rule

Match Scenario

Raider tests defense for 20s, steps cleanly past Baulk Line, and returns to midline for a valid empty raid.

Referee Call & Signal

Umpire checks foot contact beyond Baulk Line.

Coach Tip & Tactical Advice

Cross baulk line early in the raid to validate the attempt.

Key Points to Remember

3.75m Men / 3.0m Women distance
Mandatory for empty raids
Waived upon touch/struggle

Rule Knowledge Quiz

Test Your Understanding

Q1: Regarding Baulk Line Crossing Requirement, which statement is correct?

A: 3.75m Men / 3.0m Women distance B: Boundary lines are ignored during raids. C: Raids have unlimited time duration. D: Touch is prohibited.

Frequently Asked Questions

Rule FAQs

What is the key rule requirement of Baulk Line Crossing Requirement?

3.75m (Men) / 3m (Women) from midline. Raider foot must touch ground past baulk line. Governed strictly under AKFI 2026 regulations.

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