Sepak takraw
National player Ahmad Ezzat Mohd (left) leaps into the air and acrobatically kicks the ball in the Asian Games final against Thailand, 1998. Malaysia lost the match and took home the silver medal.
Sepak raga is an ancient game which has been played on the Malay Peninsula for over 500 years. The word sepak means ‘to kick’ while raga refers to ‘a rattan ball’. The rules and method of playing sepak raga have changed markedly over time, and sepak takraw, a modern variation, has emerged as a competitive sport. Sepak takraw is a fast-paced sport that demands physical and mental strength and dexterity. Malaysia’s national teams have achieved great success in international competitions.
- Information in the full article includes
- Royal origins
- The evolution of the game
- The making of a sport
- Becoming an international sport