It is originated from the Ancient Kangleipak (present day Manipur state).

[1][2] It is related to other martial art forms of Mukna, Huiyen Lallong, Sarit Sarak and Thang Ta.

[4][5][6] In ancient times, real swords and spears were allowed in the competition.

[14] The All Manipur Cheibi Association (AMCA) organized a "Cheibi Competition," sponsored by the Kanglei Student Association, having two categories: Under-12 (U-12) and Under-14 (U-14), with separate events for boys and girls, in Imphal.

The event was sponsored by the Kangleipak Students Association (KSA) in Imphal East.