As shift number 7 drew to a close.. as I had done on other occasions this week, I decided to hit my favourite venue the basketball arena.
But this time there was no basketball on, but the start of the murder ball competition. Having absolutely no clue about the sport, I watched on in anticipation of how it got its nickname.
It didn't disappoint as Japan played France in the opener. France were clearly a one man team (Riadh Sallem was his name) and he was targeted at every opportunity as Japanese players rammed him head on! This resulted in the poor France guy (who was not a small bloke or a lightweight) land on the floor a massive 13 times in 4 quarters!!
It was hilarious and even the American commentator couldn't help but laugh. But every time he got back up (with the help of his colleagues on the side line) to carry on and be their best player.
Japan won easily in the end, but an enthralling spectacle. Worth the late night!
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