Photos: Kenya’s Maasai warriors trade in their hunting spears for cricket gear
Updated On Oct 01, 2017 02:10 PM IST
Far from the cricket frenzy in India, young Masaai warriors from Laikipia, Kenya have traded in their spears for cricket gear to spread awareness about HIV/AIDS, female genital mutilation and other social issues in the community.
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Matayian Denis of the Maasai Cricket Warriors bowls during a practice session in Laikipia, Kenya. The Maasai Cricket Warriors from Laikipia Maasai in Kenya are using their love for the game to convey messages and awareness against social injustices in their community. (Francois Nel / Getty Images)
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Tony Kishoyian of the Maasai Cricket Warriors poses for a portrait. The warriors use cricket to empower girls and women, target substance & alcohol abuse and strive to build peace amongst communities. (Francois Nel / Getty Images)
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The Maasai Cricket Warriors take part in a practice session in Laikipia, Kenya. They have even travelled all the way to London for a cricket championship. (Francois Nel / Getty Images)
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Detailed view of a cricket ball used during the Maasai Cricket Warriors pratice session at Endana in Laikipia, Kenya. The Maasai Cricket Warriors are actively campaigning against degenerating and destructive cultural practices. (Francois Nel / Getty Images)
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Sonyanga Ole Ng’ais, captain of the Maasai Cricket Warriors, poses for a portrait in Laikipia, Kenya. (Francois Nel / Getty Images)
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Joseph King’au of the Maasai Cricket Warriors bowls during a practice session against the lush landscape of Kenya. (Francois Nel / Getty Images)
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Apart from being a bowler in the team, Joseph King’au is also a master of the traditional hunting spear that the Maasais are known for in Kenya. (Francois Nel / Getty Images)
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In the lush grasslands of Laikipia, Kenya, a zebra grazes in peace. The Maasai Cricket Warriors from Kenya have picked up cricket bats and balls, shed their hunting spears, and are on a mission to raise awareness about various social issues. (Francois Nel / Getty Images)
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Iitemulani Mamai of the Maasai Cricket Warriors bats during a practice session. The team is serious about using the popular game to raise awareness in their community about a host of social issues. (Francois Nel / Getty Images)
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Sonyanga Ole Ng’ais, captain of the Maasai Cricket Warriors speaks to Leshan Meshami during a practice session in Laikipia, Kenya. (Francois Nel / Getty Images)
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