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Spiti Cup kicks off in Kaza, celebrating Ice Hockey in Himalayas

The second season of the Spiti Cup 2025 commenced on a high note with an inspiring opening ceremony at the Kaza Main Ice Hockey Rink in the picturesque town of Kaza, Spiti Valley.

2025-01-15T11:14:56.644618+00:00 IST

Humpy Koneru returns to Norway Chess Women 2025

India's top-ranked female chess player, Humpy Koneru, will return to compete in Norway Chess Women 2025. Currently ranked World No.6 in women's classical chess, Humpy aims to make her mark in the prestigious chess tournament.

2025-01-15T08:16:22.822799+00:00 IST

Indian women's Kho Kho team skipper Ingle on win over South Korea

Indian women's Kho Kho team skipper Priyanka Ingle reflected on the massive win over South Korea in the ongoing Kho Kho World Cup 2025 and said that they put up a really good score on Tuesday.

2025-01-14T19:02:44.744732+00:00 IST

Kho Kho will compete top sports in future: India captain Prateek

Following the Indian men's Kho Kho team's second victory in the ongoing Kho Kho World Cup 2025, captain Prateek Waikar said that Kho Kho will compete in top sports in the future.

2025-01-14T19:01:37.019478+00:00 IST

Mumbai to host inaugural season of World Pickleball League

The World Pickleball League (WPBL), India's first franchise-based Pickleball league, is set to make history at Mumbai's iconic Brabourne Stadium Cricket Club of India (CCI) stadium. Beginning January 24, the league becomes the first non-cricket sporting tournament to be held on CCI's renowned cricket ground in over 15 years

2025-01-14T18:23:31.070215+00:00 IST

Mats for Kho Kho World Cup produced after expert consultation

The matches are being played on mats which were put into shape after consulting many experts.

2025-01-14T17:54:51.879163+00:00 IST

India outclass Brazil, move closer to Kho Kho WC 2025 knockouts

In a thrilling display of strategic prowess, Team India secured a 64-34 victory over Brazil on Tuesday night at the Kho Kho World Cup 2025.

2025-01-14T16:38:30.608492+00:00 IST

India demolish South Korea in Kho Kho World Cup

In a dominant display, the Indian women's Kho Kho team delivered a masterclass against South Korea, securing a commanding 175-18 victory on Tuesday night.

2025-01-14T16:19:22.890845+00:00 IST

India Open: Sindhu, George, Dhruv-Tanisha advance to 2nd round

Former champion PV Sindhu brushed off the rustiness of a long competition break to register a straight games win over Sung Shuo Yun of Chinese Taipei while late entrant Kiran George came through a topsy-turvy encounter against Japan's Yushi Tanaka in the opening round of the India Open 2025 badminton tournament at the KD Jadhav Hall in New Delhi on Tuesday, according to a release from Badminton Association of India (BAI).

2025-01-14T14:39:45.999072+00:00 IST

Started playing Kho Kho about three years ago:Poland's Skirzynska

Poland's Dagmara Skirzynska was nine years old when she began her sporting journey. Watching the sport of volleyball, Dagmara was attracted towards the sport and started competing at school level. As she grew up in the Northern region of Poland, in Gdansk, she began pursuing the sport at a University level, before she was introduced to a whole new world of Kho Kho three years later.

2025-01-14T12:45:39.253323+00:00 IST

KKFI president lauds inauguration of Kho Kho World Cup

After the inauguration of the Kho Kho World Cup 2025, Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) president Sudhanshu Mittal on Monday reflected on the opening ceremony of the tournament and said that "dream came true".

2025-01-14T11:58:08.348784+00:00 IST

“It’s an honour to play against the best”: Da Silva

Brazilian Kho Kho team player, Nicholas Tadeu Santos Da Silva, spoke passionately about the honour and excitement of participating in the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup in India. With the tournament marking a milestone in the sport's history, Da Silva shared his thoughts on the journey, the competition, and the warm hospitality they've received in India.

2025-01-14T08:23:00.041655+00:00 IST

Kang Sings defend Ice Hockey League men’s title with win

Defending champions Kang Sings successfully retained their Ice Hockey League title in the men's category on Monday, overpowering last year's runners-up, Changthang Shans, with a commanding 5-2 victory. Captain Mushtaq Ahmed and Stanzin Angchok led from the front, each scoring twice to help their team secure back-to-back championships.

2025-01-14T05:09:02.246597+00:00 IST

We will take Kho Kho to 2032 Olympics: KKFI president

After the inauguration of the Kho Kho World Cup 2025, Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) president Sudhanshu Mittal on Monday said that they will take the traditional Indian sport to the 2032 Olympics.

2025-01-13T19:51:09.383879+00:00 IST

NRAI Secretary General Sultan Singh reflects on Kho Kho WC 2025

The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) Secretary-General K Sultan Singh on Monday opened up on the ongoing Kho Kho World Cup 2025 and said that it is a success for the sporting world.

2025-01-13T19:23:23.539523+00:00 IST

Indian men's Kho Kho team captain reflects on win over Nepal

After his side's victory over Nepal in the maiden match of the ongoing Kho Kho World Cup 2025, Indian men's Kho Kho team captain Prateek Waikar on Monday said that it was a "wonderful beginning" for them to the tournament.

2025-01-13T19:22:35.311705+00:00 IST

"Should be in Olympics soon...": IOA president PT Usha on Kho Kho

The first-ever Kho Kho World Cup finally kickstarted in New Delhi on Monday with a grand opening ceremony and will be held till January 19. The first match of the tournament saw India play Nepal in men's action and secure a massive win. The women's action will kickstart on Tuesday with England taking on Australia.

2025-01-13T18:37:35.806236+00:00 IST

"Brazil will be one of the best...": Kho Kho captain Gabriel

The first-ever Kho Kho World Cup finally kickstarted in New Delhi on Monday with a grand opening ceremony and will be held till January 19. The first match of the tournament saw India play Nepal in men's action. The women's action will kickstart on Tuesday with England taking on Australia. Brazil's men's team will play India on Tuesday.

2025-01-13T18:06:41.007122+00:00 IST

India beat Nepal in Kho Kho World Cup 2025 opener

Led by captain and team Wazir Pratik Waikar, India's all-round performance rounded off a magnificent day of Kho Kho action, providing the team with the perfect platform to compete for the ultimate trophy.

2025-01-13T17:45:19.304694+00:00 IST

New Zealand's women Kho Kho star epitomise empowerment

The first-ever Kho Kho World Cup finally kickstarted in New Delhi on Monday with a grand opening ceremony and will be held till January 19. The first match of the tournament saw India play Nepal in men's action. The women's action will kickstart on Tuesday with England taking on Australia while NZ will play their first game against South Africa on the same day.

2025-01-13T17:44:21.083200+00:00 IST