First-ever Kho Kho World Cup to take place in India
This historic event will witness the participation of 24 countries from 6 continents and will feature 16 men’s and 16 women’s teams.
NEW DELHI: The Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI), in association with the International Kho Kho Federation, will host the maiden Kho Kho World Cup in 2025, set to take place in India. This historic event will witness the participation of 24 countries from 6 continents and will feature 16 men’s and 16 women’s teams.
Kho Kho has its roots in India, and this World Cup will highlight the rich cultural heritage and competitive spirit of the sport. Today, the sport that started in the mud and has gone to the mat now has a global presence with 54 countries playing the sport across the world
The tournament will feature a week-long series of matches, with top-tier athletes from across the globe demonstrating their skills, agility, and teamwork. Meanwhile, the Kho Kho World Cup aims to elevate this indigenous Indian sport to an international