How to Play Carrom

How2Play: Carrom

Learn How to Play Carrom – Rules & Guide for Beginners

Ready to master Carrom, the classic board game that’s fun for all ages? This easy guide shows you how to set up, play, and win at Carrom—perfect for families, friends, or anyone new to the game.

Carrom is played on a square board with pockets in each corner. The aim is to use a striker to flick your pieces (carrom men) into the pockets before your opponents do!

Whether you’re playing a friendly match or joining a tournament, Carrom is all about skill, strategy, and a little bit of luck. With just a flick, you can score points and challenge your friends to become the Carrom champion!

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How to Play Carrom – Step by Step

1. Set up the board with carrom men (pieces) in the center circle, the queen in the middle.
2. Players take turns using the striker to flick their own color pieces toward the pockets.
3. The queen must be covered by pocketing one of your own pieces right after pocketing the queen.
4. Score points for each piece you pocket. The player or team with the highest score at the end wins!

Carrom is perfect for all ages and a great way to build focus, skill, and friendly competition. Gather your family or friends and start playing today!