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However, here is a short summary of what we know about it so far.
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Istrumpa
Istrumpa (S'istrumpa) is a traditional wrestling style, originating from Sardinia region, Italy.It doesn’t allow grips on the opponent's garments, and doesn’t allow grip fighting/changing grips during the match.
Two versions of rules for grips: one where both wrestlers make a grip on the belt, and one where both wrestlers grip each other's lapels.
Techniques
Regarding Istrumpa'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 on his back. The attacker must touch the ground after the opponent falls.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.There are no established weight classes - you could end up wrestling someone who is twice your size!
Weight classes were added in the 1990's.
We don't know whether it is allowed for women to participate in Istrumpa competitions.