Only In Thailand 7 - Elephant Polo Extravaganza

Elephant polo is a unique sport where elephants replace horses. Teams from around the world compete for the Kings Trophy in Thailand. Each elephant is guided by a Thai mahoot, with a player swinging a mallet. The sport follows horse polo rules, with specific restrictions for elephants. The annual event features intense matches with 30 elephants and 50 players from five continents.

Describe the conditions under which the game of elephant polo is played.

What are the rules regarding elephants in the goalmouth during the game?