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Players shoulder charge each other as they fight for the ball. While the professional game has become increasingly technical and strategic, bush footy played often played on dirt ovals has very little structure, is very fast paced and dynamic - making for a riveting spectacle. Papunya Football Carnival, Northern Territory, Australia, Monday 15th July 2019. Matthew Abbott for The New York Times.