Explore the intricate relationship between sport and South Asian society. This essential volume charts the journey of sports through India’s colonial and post-colonial eras, revealing their deep ties to nationalism, politics, and gender dynamics. Understand how sporting histories are woven into the broader social, political, and cultural tapestry of the subcontinent. Essential for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of Indian sports history, this book argues that sport is intrinsically linked to identity and power, offering critical insights for anyone interested in South Asia’s past and present.