The Kho-Kho World Cup 2025, set to take place in India, brings exciting news for sports enthusiasts. The organizers have announced free entry for spectators to all matches. This landmark tournament will be held in Delhi and Noida, marking the first-ever Kho-Kho World Cup in India.
Free Entry and Special Initiatives
Sudhanshu Mittal, President of the Kho-Kho Federation of India (KKFI) and Chairman of the World Cup Organizing Committee, made this announcement on Sunday through a media release. He emphasized that the event aims to inspire the younger generation and promote Kho-Kho as a globally recognized sport. To encourage participation, both men’s and women’s matches will have free admission for spectators.
In addition, school children attending the matches will be provided with complimentary snacks, a step designed to foster interest among the youth and connect them with the traditional sport. This initiative is expected to boost the popularity of Kho-Kho and help establish it as a prominent sport worldwide.
Tournament Details
The Kho-Kho World Cup 2025 will be held from January 13 to January 25, with matches hosted at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium and Noida Indoor Stadium. The men’s category will feature 21 teams, while the women’s category will have 20 teams participating. The tournament will kick off with a highly anticipated match between India and Pakistan.
This event marks a historic moment for Kho-Kho, showcasing the sport on a global stage for the first time. As a traditional Indian sport, Kho-Kho has tremendous potential, and such initiatives will not only provide an international platform for players but also offer an opportunity for younger generations to engage with the game.
Participating Teams
Currently, a national training camp featuring 60 men and 60 women players is underway at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, from which the Indian teams will be selected. Teams from countries such as the USA, England, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, and Brazil have confirmed their participation.
The tournament will follow a league-cum-knockout format for both men’s and women’s categories. Among Asian countries, Indonesia will field only a women’s team, while others will send both men’s and women’s teams.
The Kho-Kho World Cup 2025 is poised to be a game-changer for the sport, providing a global platform for players and fostering a deep connection between the game and its fans.
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