Alipur, Uttar Pradesh – The second day of the 43rd Junior National Kho Kho Championship 2024-25 turned out to be a thrilling affair with high-voltage matches in both the Boys’ and Girls’ categories. Teams showcased intense competition, skill, and determination to secure their spots in the tournament.
Girls’ Category Highlights
The day witnessed remarkable performances as teams battled for supremacy:
- Karnataka vs Jammu & Kashmir: Karnataka dominated the match, winning by a massive 61 points (75-14).
- Tamil Nadu vs Uttarakhand: Tamil Nadu clinched victory with a 34-point lead (42-18).
- Chandigarh vs Andhra Pradesh: Chandigarh emerged victorious by 30 points (34-4).
- Odisha vs Manipur: Odisha showcased their prowess, defeating Manipur by 32 points (36-4).
- Kolhapur vs Goa: Kolhapur outshone Goa with a commanding 52-point win (60-8).
- Puducherry vs Dadra Nagar Haveli: A nail-biting match ended in a tie (28-28).
- Uttar Pradesh vs Madhya Pradesh: Another thriller concluded in a tie (24-24).
- Telangana vs Goa: Telangana secured a solid win by 30 points (40-10).
Boys’ Category Highlights
The Boys’ matches kept the audience on the edge of their seats with several impressive victories:
- Kolhapur vs Manipur: Kolhapur won convincingly by 24 points (36-12).
- Karnataka vs Goa: Karnataka displayed dominance, winning by 33 points (45-12).
- Delhi vs Assam: Delhi secured a hard-fought win by 17 points (39-22).
- Odisha vs Manipur: Odisha triumphed with a 17-point victory (33-16).
- Madhya Pradesh vs Jammu & Kashmir: Madhya Pradesh edged out Jammu & Kashmir by 8 points (37-29).
- Gujarat vs Himachal Pradesh: Gujarat overwhelmed Himachal Pradesh with a 35-point win (57-22).
- Chhattisgarh vs Uttarakhand: Chhattisgarh showcased their dominance, winning by 33 points (37-14).
- Puducherry vs Vidarbha: Vidarbha claimed victory by 24 points (48-24).
A Day of Thrills and Surprises
Day 2 was filled with fierce rivalries, dramatic comebacks, and outstanding teamwork. As the championship progresses, the intensity is only expected to rise. Stay tuned for more updates as teams aim for glory in the 43rd Junior National Kho Kho Championship!