Wrestling provides community hub for South Sudanese community in WA

South Sudanese wrestlers in WA

South Sudanese wrestlers in WA Source: SBS

Australia's South Sudanese community gathered in Perth recently for a sporting event deeply connected to its culture -- wrestling. A wrestling tournament held in suburban Dianella attracted hundreds of spectators. Over the past few decades, the South Sudanese community has become a big part of the multicultural fabric that makes up Australian society. And as the community has expanded in Australia, so, too, have its opportunities to share the South Sudanese culture -- including the sport of wrestling.



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