The 35th Sub Junior National Kho Kho Championship concluded on February 4, 2026, in Kurukshetra with Maharashtra girls defending their title and Odisha boys claiming victory. The tournament showcased India’s emerging Kho Kho talent with 31 teams competing in each category.
Sub Junior Kho Kho Championship: Results Summary
| Category | Winner | Runner-Up | Score | Joint Third |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Girls | Maharashtra (defending) | Rajasthan | 27-15 (12 pts + inning) | Punjab & Haryana |
| Boys | Odisha | Kolhapur | 31-24 (7 pts + inning) | Maharashtra & UP |
Championship Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | 35th Sub Junior National Kho Kho Championship |
| Dates | January 31 – February 4, 2026 |
| Venue | Keshav Park, Kurukshetra, Haryana |
| Inaugurated By | Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini |
| Teams | 31 boys + 31 girls (states, UTs, associates) |
| Organizer | Haryana Sports Kho Kho Association |
| Governing Body | Kho Kho Federation of India |
| Prize Money | ₹25,000 (winners), ₹20,000 (runners-up), ₹15,000 (third) |
Finals Highlights
Girls’ Final: Maharashtra defended their title, defeating Rajasthan 27-15 with a 12-point and inning margin. Superior defensive and attacking coordination sealed victory.
Boys’ Final: Odisha clinched their first title, edging Kolhapur 31-24 by 7 points and an inning in a thrilling contest.
Individual Awards
Girls: Best Defender – Rahi Patil (Maharashtra), Best Attacker – Gunjan (Rajasthan), ILA Award (All-Rounder) – Aparna Varde (Maharashtra)
Boys: Best Defender – Varad (Maharashtra), Best Attacker – Gaurav Mane (Kolhapur), Bharat Award (All-Rounder) – Satya Ranjan Behera (Odisha)
Leadership & Context
KKFI President Sudhanshu Mittal stated: “These young talents have a bright future. The KKFI is committed to providing best-in-class training.”
HSKKA President Jawahar Singh Yadav announced additional prize money, including ₹1 lakh for Haryana girls’ team (joint third).
The previous edition (Simdega, Jharkhand, Sept-Oct 2024) saw Maharashtra sweep both categories. Odisha’s boys’ victory breaks this dominance.
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