Hey! Unfortunately we don't yet have a full-scale article on Benjang.
However, here is a short summary of what we know about it so far.
You can also use our COMPARE app to see how Benjang stacks up against some other traditional styles of wrestling!
You can also use our COMPARE app to see how Benjang stacks up against some other traditional styles of wrestling!
Benjang
Benjang is a traditional wrestling style, originating from Indonesia.It doesn’t allow grips on the opponent's garments, and allows grip fighting/changing grips during the match.
Techniques
Regarding Benjang's arsenal of techniques, we know that leg techniques (hooks, sweeps, ect.) are allowed, and that leg grabs, pins, submission holds and striking are not utilized.Objective
Throw the opponent to the ground.Competition
We don't yet know where (on what surface) the matches traditionally take place. We also don't have information about the usual match duration.We don't know if any weight classes are established. Neither, if women are allowed to participate in Benjang competitions or not.