A cockfighting ring or cockpit is an essential part of any cockfight. After all, this is the main stage where the birds battle it out to be on top. If you’re interested in creating a cockpit, read this article to learn how.

Cockfights take place in a specially-made area called a cockfighting ring. This pit is where the two roosters are made to face each other, and spectators surround the ring to watch the match. Here’s a short explainer on it.