Madurai / Tiruchi: The second day of Jallikattu sport began in Madurai today.

The medical check-ups of bull were conducted before the fight commenced. In wake of Covid-19, the State government directed that number of players should not be more than 150 at an event. Covid-19 negative certificate is mandatory for all the players.

The number of spectators should not to be more than 50 per cent of the gathering.

Meanwhile, Jallikattu events to be held at Periya Suriyur village near Tiruchi and at Viralimalai in neighbouring Pudukottai district have been postponed due to continuous rains.

According to Collector S. Sivarasu, Jallikattu has been postponed as rain has left the venue wet. The event would now be held on 20 January, he added.