Cockfighting, a brutal sport, involves the cocks inflicting physical harm upon each other. This cruelty is sometimes intensified by attaching metal spurs to their natural spurs. Although not all fights end in death, the cocks often endure significant physical injuries. Despite its barbarity, cockfighting remains a popular event in certain regions of the world. In some countries, it is regulated by law, while in others, it is completely prohibited.

A cockfight takes place within a designated area known as a cockpit. The practice of breeding fowls for fighting dates back 6,000 years. The term “gamecock” was first documented to describe the use of a cock in a sport, pastime, or form of entertainment.

The gamecocks, distinct from game birds, are selectively bred and conditioned to possess heightened stamina and strength. Both male and female chickens of this breed are referred to as game fowl. Male gamecocks inherently display aggression towards other males of their species. Wagers are often placed on the outcome of these matches.

Two owners bring their gamecocks into the cockpit, where they engage in a fight until one of them succumbs to death or sustains critical injuries. Historically, these fights took place in a cockpit, a term used to describe a place of lively entertainment or frenzied activity.