The Selfish Nawabs

From Pigeons, Falcons or the cocks;

Aristocratic betting was a way of life.

Messages sent, the hunters capture,

Slay, as cocks fight for prize money.

War or peace, spies helped to score; 

As the British played their wild card.

Princely states lost their leverage;

Are British rulers becoming the Nawabs?

Delighted officers painted as royalty;

Enjoyed the Indian, pastimes games!