"The study of sports history encourages us to judge the past by its own standards and to understand sport in the context in which it is played. (Houlihan, 2003)

As social life changes and power shifts in any society, the meaning, purpose and organisation of games and sports activities also change.

The industrial and scientific revolution had brought about an increase in income and demand for leisure activities.

The development and modernisation of a sport is dependent on how society develops and the history of the sport.

Emphasis on personal achievement & entertainment

Participation is open to all and competitors face the same set of competitive conditions

Achievements are compared over time to determine personal, national and world records

Precise timing and measurements are used to document performances and achievements

Excellence depends on specific skills, rather than general physical abilities

Governance is highly organized, and officials are trained to handle specific responsibilities related to athletes, teams, events, rule enforcement, and the certification of records.

Rules regulate all conditions of participation, training methods are guided by "sports science", and competitors use rationally controlled strategies during events

Discovering the meaning behind the rituals and practices

Interpreting the fans' reasons using their perspective.