India’s men’s team continued their impressive run in the Kho Kho World Cup 2025 by securing a commanding 71-34 victory over Bhutan at the IG Indoor Stadium on Thursday night. The match, which took place in Delhi, saw India set the tone early in the first turn with exceptional attacking prowess, accumulating 32 points. The Indian team’s sky-diving skills were particularly noteworthy, with players demonstrating remarkable agility throughout the match.
No stopping India in the Kho Kho World Cup
In the second turn, India showcased their defensive expertise, effectively containing Bhutan’s attacks. Despite Bhutan’s speed, they managed only 18 points across three batches, thanks to India’s strategic play and clever opposition management. The third turn saw India return to attack mode with renewed vigour. Nikhil emerged as a standout performer with his exceptional sky-diving abilities, helping the team secure 36 points. The Indians demonstrated excellent coordination in their Khos, combining running touches and sky-dives effectively.
Bhutan struggled in their final attacking turn, managing just nine points in more than half the allocated time. India’s overall performance included an impressive tally of 18 sky-dives, two post-dive points, and eight running touchpoints across their attacking turns. The 37-point victory margin reflects India’s dominance in the match, as they continue their unbeaten streak in the tournament. With this win, India guarantees their position at the top of Group A and a place in the quarter-finals.
India’s Kho Kho teams are on fire at the 2025 World Cup! Both men’s and women’s teams storm into the quarter-finals with commanding victories! 🇮🇳🔥
💪 Men’s Team: A dominant 71-34 win over Bhutan, showcasing stellar offense and defense. Nikhil's sky-diving brilliance sealed the… pic.twitter.com/6tlIOSs0sk
— Doordarshan Sports (@ddsportschannel) January 17, 2025
India’s women’s team also made headlines with a commanding victory over Malaysia, securing an 80-point win and setting up a quarterfinal clash with Bangladesh. The Indian team’s brilliant performance continues to impress, and they look well-positioned heading into the knockout stages of the competition.
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