While India has a rich history of indigenous sports, modern athletics are heavily dominated by a single game.
* **Cricket:** Cricket is a national obsession. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is the richest governing body in the sport. The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the most lucrative and attended sports leagues in the world. * **Field Hockey:** Historically, India dominated field hockey, winning eight Olympic gold medals. The sport remains highly respected. * **Kabaddi:** An indigenous contact sport that has seen a massive resurgence due to the televised Pro Kabaddi League. * **Other Sports:** India is a rising power in badminton, wrestling, boxing, and shooting. Chess, which originated in India, is highly popular, producing numerous Grandmasters. * **Stadiums:** The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is the largest stadium in the world by seating capacity.