The second season of Ultimate Kho Kho is set to commence on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha. In the opening match, Odisha Juggernauts, the reigning champions and hosts, will challenge Rajasthan Warriors.
Ultimate Kho Kho announces Season 2 fixture: defending champions Odisha Juggernauts take on Rajasthan Warriors in opener
Next up, the inaugural season’s runners-up, Telugu Yoddhas, are geared up to advance one step further as they square off against Mumbai Khiladis in the day’s second game. During the league stage, which spans from December 24 to January 9, 2024, these teams will meet twice in a total of 30 matches.
Amit Burman, in association with the Kho Kho Federation of India, is promoting Season 2 of Ultimate Kho Kho. After a successful first season, fans can anticipate adrenaline-pumping matches and exhilarating action. The league has recently achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Indian sports league to secure Series A funding from the UK-based BNP Group.
The tournament features six teams: Chennai Quick Guns (owned by KLO Sports), Gujarat Giants (Adani Sportsline), Mumbai Khiladis (Janhavi Dhariwal Balan, Punit Balan, and Badshah), Odisha Juggernauts (Government of Odisha), Rajasthan Warriors (Capri Global Group), and Telugu Yoddhas (GMR Sports). These teams will compete in a double round-robin format during the league stage. The top four teams will advance to the semi-finals scheduled for January 11, 2024, while the grand finale will take place on January 13, 2024.
“We’re beyond excited to launch Season 2 of Ultimate Kho Kho, building upon the immense success of the first season. We’re dedicated to elevating this season with thrilling matches, emerging talent, and an expanding fanbase. This league is not just a contest; it’s a platform to highlight Kho Kho’s dynamism, inspire upcoming athletes, and contribute to the evolution of a robust sports ecosystem in India,” said Vishal Sharma, League Director and COO of Ultimate Kho Kho.