Kuala Lampur, March 23 -- The recent report regarding discussions to introduce Jallikkattu (a traditional Indian bull-taming sport) into Malaysia should be met with firm opposition (Tamil Nadu To Help Bring Bull Sport to Malaysia, The Star, 21 March 2025).

While this sport holds cultural significance in parts of South India, it is neither a Malaysian tradition nor aligned with the global movement towards recognising animal rights.

At a time when many nations are prioritising the ethical treatment of animals, embracing such a brutal and outdated practice would be a regressive move for Malaysia.

Jallikkattu is often framed as a test of bravery, where participants attempt to grab a bull (usually a zebu bull) by the hump and hold on as lon...