Impi is the Zulu word to describe a group of warriors. It also means “combat”. Sportfishing, for large blue marlin and giant bluefin tuna in particular, is a team sport requiring almost military precision, full commitment and flawless execution of the allocated role by each team member, very much like an infantry operation. Catching large fish on rod and reel implies a magnificent battle between man and beast – this, along with the great feeling of releasing the fish after the battle and the spectacular aerial displays that billfish put on during the fight, is what gets the adrenaline flowing and leads to the passionate commitment displayed by most serious fisherfolk.
The name: Impi
