Kho Kho World Cup 2025: Schedule, Fixtures & Teams Revealed

Kho Kho World Cup 2025: The excitement is building as the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025 is set to make its grand debut. With 24 nations from across six continents participating, this historic event promises to showcase the thrilling speed and strategy of India’s indigenous sport on a global stage. Hosted at the Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi, the tournament will run from January 13 to 19, 2025.

Kho Kho World Cup 2025: Schedule, Fixtures, and Teams Revealed

Kho Kho World Cup 2025: Men’s Schedule and Fixtures

The men’s tournament will feature 20 teams divided into four groups. Each group will compete in a round robin format, with the top two teams and the best two third-placed teams advancing to the quarterfinals.

Key Dates

• Start Date: January 13, 2025
• Quarterfinals: January 17, 2025
• Semifinals: January 18, 2025
• Finals: January 19, 2025

Day 1 Highlights (January 13, Monday)

• India vs Nepal (Group A): 8:30 PM
• South Africa vs Ghana (Group B): 10:30 AM

Day 2 Highlights (January 14, Tuesday)

• Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka (Group C): 11:15 AM
• England vs Germany (Group D): 11:15 AM
• India vs Brazil (Group A): 8:15 PM

Day 3 Highlights (January 15, Wednesday)

• Nepal vs Peru (Group A): 6:30 PM
• Bangladesh vs South Korea (Group C): 12:30 PM
• India vs Peru (Group A): 8:15 PM

Day 4 Highlights (January 16, Thursday)

• India vs Bhutan (Group A): 8:15 PM
• Bangladesh vs Poland (Group C): 5:45 PM

Women’s Kho Kho World Cup 2025: Schedule and Fixtures

The women’s tournament will feature 19 teams divided into four groups. Like the men’s format, the top teams from each group will advance to the quarterfinals.

Key Dates

• Start Date: January 14, 2025
• Quarterfinals: January 17, 2025
• Semifinals: January 18, 2025
• Finals: January 19, 2025

Day 1 Highlights (January 14, Tuesday)

• India vs South Korea (Group A): 7:00 PM
• England vs Australia (Group B): 11:45 AM

Day 2 Highlights (January 15, Wednesday)

• India vs Iran (Group A): 7:00 PM
• Nepal vs Bangladesh (Group C): 4:30 PM

Day 3 Highlights (January 16, Thursday)

• India vs Malaysia (Group A): 7:00 PM
• Bhutan vs Bangladesh (Group C): 8:45 AM

Participating Nations

The Kho Kho World Cup 2025 boasts a diverse lineup, with nations from every continent competing for the ultimate title.

Men’s Teams

Africa: Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, Uganda
Asia: India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, South Korea, Sri Lanka
Europe: England, Germany, Netherlands, Poland
North America: Canada, USA
South America: Brazil, Peru
Oceania: Australia, New Zealand

Women’s Teams

The women’s tournament features a similar spread of teams, including strong contenders like India, Australia, South Korea, and England.

Tournament Format

1. Group Stage: Teams divided into groups compete in a round-robin format.
2. Knockout Stage: Top two teams from each group and the best two third-placed teams progress to the quarterfinals.
3. Finals: The winners of the semifinals will clash for the coveted World Cup trophy on January 19, 2025.

Why the Kho Kho World Cup Matters

The inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025 is more than just a sporting event—it’s a celebration of India’s rich cultural heritage. By taking this traditional game to an international platform, the tournament is set to:

• Popularize Kho Kho globally.
• Inspire young athletes to explore traditional sports.
• Strengthen India’s position as a leader in promoting indigenous games.

Fans worldwide can catch the live action from January 13 – 19, 2025, either in person at the Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi, or through official streaming platforms.

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