The World Kabaddi League will begin its global tour at O2 Arena London. on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 of August 2014.

The first Indian sports league with an international following will begin with a performance by leading Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar.

A well-known Kabaddi fan, Akshay is co-owner of Speedy Singhs, one of the teams in the world league and is set to perform popular title tracks from his recent blockbusters.

Played in ‘circle style’, the league consists of eight teams who travel across three continents in their quest for victory. Akshay Kumar said: “I am excited about the World Kabaddi League. My performance will be dedicated to all the Kabaddi fans that have come to cheer their teams. "The league is a step to promote the Indian contemporary sport and bring it closer to the fans all around the world”.

“We are delighted to bring some of the many top players from across the world to The O2 in London,” said Pargat Singh, Commissioner of the World Kabaddi League. Adding, “Beginning the league with a performance from Akshay Kumar will be a delight for fans and we’re grateful he can make time do this this”.

The Kabaddi League comes to the O2 on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 of August 2014. Tickets go on sale at 9am on Friday 25 July and can be booked from AXS.com or via the booking line 08448 24 48 24.