Dambe champion, Dogon Aleka, explains the rules of the sport and says fighters must accept the brutality and the risks of fighting. (Photo: Dogon Aleka wraps his fighting hand. Credit: Getty Images) ...

As the sun sets on Kano city a golden glow descends on Nigeria's second biggest metropolis. The rhythmic beat of the Kalangu drums fills the sweltering air of the arena ahead of the final match of the ...