Inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025 Trophies and Mascots Revealed

The Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) recently unveiled the trophies and mascots for the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025, scheduled to take place from January 13-19. This global event will feature men’s and women’s teams from 24 countries, showcasing Kho Kho on a global stage. The tournament will be held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium and will be broadcast live, marking a historic milestone for this indigenous Indian sport.

Key Highlights

Event Overview

• Dates: January 13-19, 2025
• Location: Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, New Delhi
• Participants: 21 men’s and 20 women’s teams from 24 countries across six continents
• Governing Body: The tournament is under the aegis of the Sports Authority of India (SAI).

Trophies

• Men’s Trophy: Blue Trophy
• Represents: Trust, determination, and universal appeal.
• Design: Contemporary with flowing curves and golden figures.
• Women’s Trophy: Green Trophy
• Represents: Growth and vitality.
• Design: Similar to the men’s trophy with intricate crystal detailing symbolizing precision and excellence.

Mascots

• Tejas and Tara: A duo of gazelles representing the tournament’s core values.
• Tejas: Symbolizes brilliance and energy, depicted in blue.
• Tara: Represents guidance and aspiration, depicted in orange.
• Both mascots sport traditional Indian motifs on their attire, symbolizing Kho Kho’s cultural heritage and modern appeal.

Broadcasting and Streaming

• The Kho Kho World Cup will be live-streamed free on Disney+ Hotstar and broadcast for free on DD Sports.
• This is a significant move to promote Kho Kho, an indigenous sport, to a wider audience globally.

Tournament Significance

• This World Cup represents a pivotal moment for Kho Kho, bringing it to the international forefront and potentially setting the stage for its inclusion in the Olympics.
• The tournament will serve as a showcase of Kho Kho’s speed, agility, and teamwork, offering a chance to unite diverse cultures through sport.

KKFI Leadership Remarks

• Sudhanshu Mittal (President, KKFI): Emphasized that the event marks the beginning of setting new standards of excellence for Kho Kho on a global stage.
• MS Tyagi (General Secretary, KKFI): Highlighted the response from 24 nations, reflecting Kho Kho’s growing international appeal.