'Exceptional skill, resolve, and collaboration': PM Modi praises Indian women's team for winning Kho Kho World Cup
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian women’s team for their historic victory in the Kho Kho World Cup, defeating Nepal. He emphasized their exceptional teamwork and the importance of this achievement for traditional sports in India.
Key Takeaways
- Prime Minister Modi praised the Indian women's team for their historic Kho Kho World Cup win.
- The team showcased remarkable skill and teamwork, defeating Nepal 78-40.
- This victory highlights the significance of traditional sports in India.
- Young athletes are inspired to take up kho kho following this achievement.
- The win marks a pivotal moment for kho kho on the global stage.
New Delhi, Jan 19 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended the Indian women's team for clinching the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup, triumphing over Nepal in the final match held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Sunday.
PM Modi praised the exceptional skill, resolve, and collaboration exhibited by the Indian women's team as they defeated Nepal with a score of 78-40, making history in the sport. He emphasized that this significant achievement will not only shine a greater light on India’s traditional sports but will also motivate young individuals to engage in kho kho throughout the nation.
“Congratulations to the Indian women’s team for winning the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup! This momentous victory is a testament to their exceptional skill, resolve, and collaboration,” PM shared on X, previously known as Twitter.
“This success has amplified the spotlight on one of India’s oldest traditional sports, inspiring numerous young athletes nationwide. May this accomplishment encourage more youngsters to take up this sport in the future,” he added.
The Indian team made a strong start in Turn 1, dominating the game. Within three batches, the Nepal women were eliminated with simple touches on seven occasions, securing 14 points for India. Captain Priyanka Ingle showcased remarkable form, contributing multiple touchpoints, propelling the Women in Blue to a total of 34 points and thwarting any chance for a Dream Run by the Nepal team.
Manmati Dhami managed to eliminate Vaishnavi Pawar and Samjhana B took out Priyanka Ingle, but Chaithra B led India into the Dream Run in Turn 2. Although Dipa completed the ALL OUT shortly after, bringing the side back into the game, they could only accumulate 24 points by the end of Turn 2, trailing by 11 points at halftime.
Team India reasserted dominance in Turn 3, not allowing the Nepal defenders to gain momentum. Despite Dipa BK's efforts for Nepal, it proved futile as the Indians pushed closer to the trophy.
Chaithra B was the mastermind behind India’s Dream Run, elevating the score to a staggering 78 points in Turn 4. Their batch lasted a remarkable 5 minutes and 14 seconds, sealing the match for India and crowning them as the inaugural champions of the Kho Kho World Cup 2025.
India’s remarkable journey to victory included commanding wins against South Korea, IR Iran, and Malaysia in the group stages, followed by a decisive victory over Bangladesh in the quarter-finals and a spectacular win over South Africa in the semi-finals. This extraordinary achievement not only makes India the first world champion but also signifies a pivotal moment for this indigenous sport on the global stage.
