January 11th 2025.
In exciting news for the state of Odisha, three talented players have been chosen to represent India at the very first Kho Kho World Cup in New Delhi. Pabani Sabar, Magai Majhi, and Subhashree Sing have been selected to join the ranks of the men's and women's Indian Kho Kho teams, respectively. The highly anticipated competition will feature a total of 20 men's and 19 women's teams, all vying for the top spot at the Indira Gandhi Stadium from January 13 to 19.
These three players have been working hard and honing their skills at the Odisha AM/NS Kho Kho High-Performance Centre for the past eight months. Under the guidance of Sanjeev Sharma, coach of the Odisha Kho Kho HPC, they have made significant progress and stood out at the Senior National Championships. Sharma expressed his pride and excitement for the trio, stating that he has had the privilege of working with them for the past three and a half years. He praised Pabani Sabar for his versatility and dedication, highlighting his recent gold medal win at the Ultimate Kho Kho Tournament. He also spoke highly of Magai Majhi and Subhashree Sing, noting their exceptional skills and fierce competition to make it to the World Cup squad.
Sharma confidently predicted that one of these players will undoubtedly receive the player-of-the-match award in one of the upcoming World Cup matches, based on their impressive track record. He also took the opportunity to thank the Odisha government for their unwavering support and sponsorship of the national Kho Kho team for the next three years, starting from January 2025.
The coach highlighted the positive impact of the government's financial backing on not only the team but also on inspiring young children to take up the sport of Kho Kho. In addition to the three players, four technical officials from Odisha will also participate in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup, further showcasing the state's strong presence in the sport.
Overall, the selection of these three players to represent India at the Kho Kho World Cup is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and exceptional skills. It is also a significant achievement for the state of Odisha, which continues to support and promote the growth of Kho Kho in the country.
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