A and B agree to fence with each other for amusement. This agreement implies the consent of each to suffer any harm which in the course of fencing, may be caused without foul play and if A, while playing fairly, hurts B. A commits no offence. The provisions are given under:
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When A and B agree to fence for amusement, this implies consent to harm that may result from fair play. Under Section 87 IPC, acts done with consent for amusement, not intended to cause death or grievous hurt, are not offences. The consent covers inherent sporting risks.