PANAJI
The first-ever Kho Kho World Cup will be held at the IGI Stadium in New Delhi from Jan 13-19,2025 with the participation of 24 countries.
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Nikhil Kadse unveiled the official logo for the much-anticipated Kho Kho World Cup 2025. along with the tagline #TheWorldGoesKho in Tyagraj Stadium recently.
The landmark tournament marks a significant step in the evolution of this indigenous Indian sport into a global phenomenon, with nations spanning six continents competing for the title of world champion.
Ahead of the World Cup, the KKFI plans to take the sport to 200 schools across 10 cities to promote the sport. The federation will also run a membership drive for the school students with the aim of registering at least 50 lakh players ahead of the mega tournament. The tournament will feature a week-long series of matches, with top-tier athletes from across the globe..
The Kho Kho World Cup aims to elevate this indigenous Indian sport to an international stage. Kho Kho has its roots in India, and the World Cup will highlight the rich cultural heritage and competitive spirit of the sport. The sport that started in the mud and now gone to the mat has a global presence with 54 countries playing the sport across the world.
Participating Nations
Africa: Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and Uganda
Asia: Hosts India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, South Korea, and Sri Lanka
Europe: England, Germany, the Netherlands, and Poland
North America: Canada and the United States
South America: Brazil and Peru
Oceania: Australia and New Zealand
