Sports are a major passion in Kerala, with the state showing particular fervor for football, athletics, and traditional boat racing.
* **Football:** The state is football-crazy. The **Kerala Blasters FC** (Indian Super League) commands one of the most passionate fan bases in Asia. **Gokulam Kerala FC** is another prominent professional club. * **Athletics:** Kerala has produced numerous Olympic athletes, fostered by a strong grassroots sports culture. * **Traditional Sports:** **Vallam Kali** (snake boat racing) is highly competitive, with the **Nehru Trophy Boat Race** on Punnamada Lake being the marquee event. * **Stadiums:** Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (Kochi) and Greenfield International Stadium (Thiruvananthapuram).