Are there any cultural or historical reasons behind the use of these terms in sabong, or are they purely functional?
Sabong, or cockfighting, is a popular blood sport in the Philippines. Two roosters are placed in a pit and fight to the death. The outcome of the fight is often unpredictable, which is why betting on sabong is a popular activity. The terms “llamado” and “dejado” are used to refer to the status of a …