Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh – November 27, 2024: The third day of the 43rd Junior National Kho Kho Championship 2024-25 witnessed thrilling matches in both the Boys’ and Girls’ categories. Teams battled fiercely for their spot in the next round, displaying exceptional skill and determination.
Girls’ Category Highlights
- Gujarat vs Haryana: In a nail-biting finish, Gujarat edged past Haryana by a single point, securing a 24-23 victory.
- Karnataka vs Punjab: Karnataka claimed a hard-fought win over Punjab, 26-23, with a 3-point lead.
- Tamil Nadu vs Kerala: Tamil Nadu dominated Kerala, winning by 7 points (21-14).
- Rajasthan vs West Bengal: Rajasthan defeated West Bengal in a close 26-23 encounter.
- Maharashtra vs Uttar Pradesh: Maharashtra overwhelmed Uttar Pradesh with a commanding 28-5 victory, the highest margin of the day.
- Orissa vs Chhattisgarh: Orissa triumphed over Chhattisgarh by 9 points, ending the match 25-16.
- Delhi vs Vidarbha: Delhi replicated Orissa’s margin with another 25-16 win against Vidarbha.
Boys’ Category Highlights
- Maharashtra vs Puducherry: Maharashtra outplayed Puducherry 39-24, clinching a 15-point victory.
- Orissa vs Kolhapur: Orissa edged past Kolhapur 40-38 in one of the closest matches of the day.
- Kerala vs Andhra Pradesh: Kerala secured a narrow win over Andhra Pradesh by 1 point, ending 26-25.
- Tamil Nadu vs Haryana: Tamil Nadu dominated Haryana with a 9-point victory, 31-22.
- Uttar Pradesh vs Telangana: Uttar Pradesh triumphed by a single point in a 35-34 thriller against Telangana.
- West Bengal vs Jharkhand: West Bengal emerged victorious, defeating Jharkhand 39-28 with an 11-point lead.
Pre Quarterfinal Matches – Results
In the highly anticipated Free Quarterfinals, several teams showcased their dominance.
Girls’ Category:
- Maharashtra vs Chhattisgarh: Maharashtra secured a massive 14-point victory, ending 30-16.
- Punjab vs Gujarat: Punjab overcame Gujarat 28-20 with an 8-point lead.
- Delhi vs Telangana: Delhi dominated Telangana, winning 27-12 by 15 points.
- Kolhapur vs Vidarbha: Kolhapur outplayed Vidarbha, ending 27-21 with a 6-point lead.
- Karnataka vs Haryana: Karnataka claimed an 18-10 victory over Haryana, winning by 8 points.
- Tamil Nadu vs West Bengal: West Bengal proved superior, winning 31-17 by 14 points.
Boys’ Category Upcoming Pre Quarterfinal Matches:
The next stage promises exciting clashes, including:
- Maharashtra vs Kolhapur
- Chhattisgarh vs Delhi
- Karnataka vs Gujarat
- Vidarbha vs Orissa
Excitement Builds for Day 4
The championship continues to captivate fans with its intense rivalries and exceptional talent. With the quarterfinals nearing, the stakes are higher than ever, promising more electrifying action.
Stay tuned for more updates!