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Punjab CM Mann congratulates Team India for securing men's, women's titles at Kho Kho WC 2025

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday congratulated Indian men's and women's teams for winning the Kho Kho World Cup 2025.... read..

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India Women's Kho Kho team eyes Olympic inclusion after historic World Cup triumph

India's Women's Kho Kho team created history by winning the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup, defeating Nepal 78-40 in a thrilling final held in New Delhi. This monumental victory has placed India at the forefront of the global Kho Kho stage and inspired dream... read..

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"This feeling gives me goosebumps...": India's Kho Kho World Cup winning skipper Pratik Waikar

India's Kho Kho World Cup-winning captain Pratik Waikar expressed happiness at securing the first-ever World Cup for the nation, saying that the feeling of being the first-ever skipper to lift the title gives him goosebumps.... read..

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Odisha Minister Suryabanshi Suraj wants to make 'Kho Kho' part of Olympic games

Odisha Sports Minister on Sunday expressed his desire to make India's traditional sport Kho Kho a part of the Olympic Games.... read..

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India crowned inaugural Kho Kho World Cup champions following men's team win against Nepal

In a spectacular display of speed, strategy, and skill, Team India etched their names in sporting history by clinching the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025 title at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Sunday.... read..

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"Assure people of India that we will win World Cup": Ashwani Kumar Sharma on India reaching Kho Kho World Cup 2025 final

After defeating South Africa to reach the final of the Kho Kho World Cup 2025, India coach Ashwani Kumar Sharma assured fans that his team will bring the title home.... read..

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"Feel blessed": India's Gowtham MK after reaching Kho Kho World Cup 2025 final

The Indian men's Kho Kho team has secured a spot in the World Cup 2025 finals after a thrilling 62-42 victory over South Africa at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Saturday. The team will face Nepal in the final on Sunday, January 19.... read..

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Indian Women create history at Kho Kho World Cup 2025 with commanding victory over rivals Nepal to secure coveted trophy

In a masterclass of speed, strategy, and skill, the Indian women's kho kho team scripted history by clinching the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025 title at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on a magical Sunday night. The Women in Blue dominated Nepal in a ... read..

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Inaugural Kho Kho World Cup ends on historic note with India securing men's, women's titles

The inaugural Kho Kho World Cup in New Delhi concluded on a historic note with India securing the titles in both men's and women's competitions.... read..

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Indian men surge past South Africa in thrilling Kho Kho World Cup 2025 semifinal

In a captivating display of skill and resilience, the Indian men's Kho Kho team overcame a strong South African challenge to secure their spot in the World Cup 2025 final with a 62-42 victory at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Saturday.... read..

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Indian women storm into Kho Kho World Cup final with commanding win over South Africa

Indian women's Kho Kho team once again showcased their tactical prowess as they outplayed South Africa 66-16 in the semi-finals of the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025 at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Saturday.... read..

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Indian women's team coach Sumit Bhatia "happy" after win over Malaysia in Kho Kho WC 2025

Indian women's team head coach Sumit Bhatia on Thursday opened up on their win over Malaysia in the Kho Kho World Cup 2025 and said that he is feeling "very happy."... read..

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"India will win final": Indian Kho Kho men's team coach Ashwani Kumar Sharma

India continued their impressive run in the Kho Kho World Cup 2025, securing a commanding 71-34 victory over Bhutan at the IG Indoor Stadium on Thursday. The win guarantees India's position at the top of Group A and a place in the quarter-finals.... read..

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Dr Hiren Pathak, Kenyan Kho Kho player, physician, talks about growth of sport in African nation

Dr Hiren Pathak, representing Kenya in the ongoing Kho Kho World Cup and also a practicing physician, opened up on his involvement with the sport in Kenya and the experience of participating in the first-ever World Cup event for the sport in New Delhi.... read..

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Ramji Kashyap, V Subramani star as India crushes Sri Lanka to reach Kho Kho WC 2025 semi-finals

A brilliant performance from the Men's team was led by the likes of Ramji Kashyap, Pratik Waikar and Aditya Ganpule, as Team India scored 58 points in Turn 1 and prevented the Sri Lankans from scoring a single point via Dream Runs, ensuring a strong start... read..

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Ruthless India storms into Kho Kho World Cup 2025 semi-finals with Bangladesh blowout

The Indian women's kho kho team secured their semi-final berth at the ongoing 2025 World Cup with a commanding 109-16 victory over Bangladesh at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Friday.... read..

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"Our plan was successful": Nasreen Shaikh after entering quarterfinals of Kho Kho World Cup 2025

Indian Kho-Kho player Nasreen Shaikh expressed her feelings as her team entered the quarterfinals of Kho Kho World Cup 2025 on Wednesday.... read..

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India dominate Bhutan by 37 points, secure quarter-final spot in Kho Kho WC 2025

India continued their impressive run in the Kho Kho World Cup 2025, securing a commanding 71-34 victory over Bhutan at the IG Indoor Stadium on Thursday. The win guarantees India's position at the top of Group A and a place in the quarter-finals.... read..

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Indian Women outclass Malaysia in 80-point Kho Kho victory, set up Bangladesh quarterfinal

The Indian women's kho kho team continued their unbeaten streak with a commanding victory over Malaysia in the Kho Kho World Cup 2025 at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Thursday. Starting with a spectacular Dream Run by defenders Bhilar Opinaben and M... read..

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KKFI President Sudhanshu Mittal honours artists inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025

In a celebration of sports and art, Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) President Sudhanshu Mittal on Thursday felicitated 12 Indian artists on the sidelines of a women's match between South Africa and Poland at the Indira Gandhi Arena.... read..

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Australia's Bridgette Cottrill hopes to see Kho Kho in Brisbane Olympics

The inaugural Kho Kho World Cup being held at Indira Gandhi Stadium in Delhi has turned out to be a blockbuster event. Players from 23 countries have gathered in the capital city to be a part of the global competition featuring 20 men's and 19 women's tea... read..

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"We put up good score": Indian women's Kho Kho team skipper Ingle on win over South Korea

Indian women's Kho Kho team skipper Priyanka Ingle reflected on the massive win over South Korea in the ongoing Kho Kho World Cup 2025 and said that they put up a really good score on Tuesday.... read..

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Kho Kho will compete top sports in future: Indian men's Kho Kho team captain Prateek Waikar

Following the Indian men's Kho Kho team's second victory in the ongoing Kho Kho World Cup 2025, captain Waikar Waikar said that Kho Kho will compete in top sports in the future.... read..

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We will take Kho Kho to 2032 Olympics: KKFI president Sudhanshu Mittal

After the inauguration of the Kho Kho World Cup 2025, Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) president Sudhanshu Mittal on Monday said that they will take the traditional Indian sport to the 2032 Olympics.... read..

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"This is a success of the sporting world": NRAI Secretary General Sultan Singh on Kho Kho WC 2025

The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) Secretary-General K Sultan Singh on Monday opened up on the ongoing Kho Kho World Cup 2025 and said that it is a success for the sporting world.... read..

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"It's a wonderful beginning": Indian men's Kho Kho team captain Prateek Waikar on win over Nepal

After his side's victory over Nepal in the maiden match of the ongoing Kho Kho World Cup 2025, Indian men's Kho Kho team captain Prateek Waikar on Monday said that it was a "wonderful beginning" for them to the tournament.... read..

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"Should be in Olympics soon...": IOA president PT Usha on Kho Kho as country hosts first-ever World Cup

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president PT Usha expressed happiness at the organisation of the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup in the country and said that as India aims to host the 2036 Olympics, this homegrown sport should be promoted as much as possibl... read..

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Team India outclass Brazil, move closer to Kho Kho World Cup 2025 knockouts

In a thrilling display of strategic prowess, Team India secured a 64-34 victory over Brazil on Tuesday night at the Kho Kho World Cup 2025.... read..

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Indian women demolish South Korea with 175-18 victory in Kho Kho World Cup

In a dominant display, the Indian women's Kho Kho team delivered a masterclass against South Korea, securing a commanding 175-18 victory on Tuesday night.... read..

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How Volleyball background is helping Poland Women's Team Captain at Kho Kho World Cup

Poland's Dagmara Skirzynska was nine years old when she began her sporting journey. Watching the sport of volleyball, Dagmara was attracted towards the sport and started competing at school level. As she grew up in the Northern region of Poland, in Gdansk... read..

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Mats for Kho Kho World Cup produced after expert consultation, says director of sports flooring company

With the Kho Kho World Cup making a splash as the first mega international event of India's traditional sport, care was taken by the organisers to see that the playing arena has infrastructure that matches global norms for such an event.... read..

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"Dream come true...": KKFI president Mittal lauds inauguration of Kho Kho World Cup 2025

India's traditional game Kho Kho is not less than any other sport and will get more popular internationally, Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) president Sudhanshu Mittal said on Tuesday.... read..

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"It's an honour to play against the best": Brazilian Kho Kho player Nicholas Tadeu Santos Da Silva on playing against India

Brazilian Kho Kho team player, Nicholas Tadeu Santos Da Silva, spoke passionately about the honour and excitement of participating in the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup in India. With the tournament marking a milestone in the sport's history, Da Silva share... read..

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Ryna Sponsors Germany Kho Kho Team for World Cup 2025 in India

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India beat Nepal in Kho Kho World Cup 2025 opener

India secured a brilliant start to the Kho Kho World Cup 2025, edging past Nepal with a 42-37 victory at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium here on Monday.... read..

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Sudhanshu Mittal expresses confidence in "Bharat 11" ahead of Kho Kho World Cup

Sudhanshu Mittal, the President of the Kho Kho Federation of India, expressed his excitement and optimism ahead of the Kho Kho World Cup 2025, scheduled to take place in New Delhi from January 13. Mittal highlighted the preparations and the selection proc... read..

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"To lead 125 crore people in Kho Kho is not ordinary": Prateek Waikar on captaining India at inaugural World Cup

Prateek Waikar, the captain of the Indian men's Kho Kho team, is all set to lead his side in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025, set to kick off at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Monday. Waikar has been playing Kho Kho for 24 years, st... read..

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"Determined to lead India to victory": Priyanka Ingle gears up for Kho Kho World Cup

Priyanka Ingle, the captain of the Indian women's Kho Kho team, is brimming with excitement and determination as she gears up to lead her side in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025, set to kick off at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Mon... read..

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India gears up for Kho Kho World Cup 2025 in New Delhi

India has announced its 15-member squads for both the men's and women's tournaments ahead of the Kho Kho World Cup 2025, set to kick off at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Monday, as per Olympics.com.... read..

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Kho Kho World Cup begins with vibrant opening ceremony

The inaugural edition of the Kho Kho World Cup kicked off on Monday with a vibrant opening ceremony at the Indira Gandhi Stadium here.... read..

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Brazil going to be the best soon, says captain Gabriel ahead of Kho Kho World Cup opener against India

Brazil Kho Kho men's coach Laura Matte Doering and captain Gabriel Barros Coronas opened up on representing their country in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup being held in India, with the skipper asserting that his country will be "one of the best" in the ... read..

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Priyanka Ingle to lead Indian women's Kho Kho team in inaugural World Cup

Priyanka Ingle, hailing from Maharashtra, has been named the captain of the Indian women's Kho Kho team for the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup 2025, set to kick off at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Monday. A seasoned player, Ingle has a s... read..

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Balancing sport, motherhood and jobs, New Zealand's women Kho Kho stars at World Cup epitomise passion, empowerment

New Zealand's Kho Kho players, Ramandeep Kaur Marar and Jyoti Rani expressed happiness at representing the country in the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup being held in India and opened up on their journey with the sport, managing their passion for the game w... read..

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