Sun Jan 19 18:38:08 UTC 2025: ## India Crowned Kho Kho World Cup Champions in Dominant Victory
**New Delhi, India** – India’s women’s Kho Kho team made history on Sunday, winning the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025 with a resounding 78-40 victory over Nepal at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium. The Indian team displayed superior speed, strategy, and skill throughout the tournament, culminating in a dominant final performance.
India’s aggressive attacking strategy set the tone early, holding Nepal scoreless for an extended period and building a commanding lead. Skipper Priyanka Ingle led the charge, contributing several crucial touch points. While Nepal managed a brief comeback in the second turn, India’s dominance was undeniable, particularly in the third and fourth turns. Chaithra B orchestrated a stunning Dream Run in the final turn, lasting over five minutes, sealing India’s victory.
India’s road to the championship included impressive wins against South Korea, Iran, and Malaysia in the group stages, followed by victories over Bangladesh in the quarterfinals and South Africa in the semifinals. This win marks a significant milestone for Kho Kho, elevating the indigenous sport onto the global stage.
Anshu Kumari was awarded the Best Attacker, Manmati Dhani of Nepal the Best Defender, and Chaithra B of India the Best Player of the match. The triumph cements India’s position as the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup champions.
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