Mon Jan 20 06:42:21 UTC 2025: ## India Sweeps Kho Kho World Cup, Winning Both Men’s and Women’s Titles

**NEW DELHI, INDIA** – In a historic victory for India, both the men’s and women’s national Kho Kho teams have won the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025. The tournament, held on January 19th, concluded with thrilling final matches against Nepal.

The Indian men’s team secured a commanding 54-36 win over Nepal. Their victory was fueled by exceptional performances from captain Pratik Waikar and tournament star Ramji Kashyap. The team demonstrated strong attacking strategies throughout the match, utilizing impressive “sky dives” to eliminate opponents. Their dominance was evident across all four turns, maintaining a significant lead throughout the game. Their journey to the finals included victories over Brazil, Peru, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and South Africa.

In the women’s final, the Indian team showcased a similarly dominant performance, defeating Nepal with a decisive 78-40 score. Their path to victory involved impressive wins against South Korea, Iran, Malaysia, Bangladesh, and South Africa. This win marks India’s first ever Kho Kho World Cup title.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his delight and congratulated both teams on their historic achievement via his social media account. He praised their dedication and perseverance, believing the wins will boost Kho Kho’s popularity among India’s youth.

The tournament’s individual awards were as follows:

**Men’s Final:**

* Best Attacker: Suyash Gargate (India)
* Best Defender: Rohit Burma (Nepal)
* Player of the Match: Mehul (India)

**Women’s Final:**

* Best Attacker: Anshu Kumari (India)
* Best Defender: Manmati Dhani (Nepal)
* Player of the Match: Chaithra B (India)

This dual victory is a significant moment for Kho Kho, one of India’s oldest traditional sports, bringing the game into the international spotlight and inspiring countless young athletes across the nation.

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