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Meet Sonam Garg: Mother Of 9-Year-Old, Fan Of Jasprit Bumrah And Australia's Kho Kho Captain

Sonam Garg used to play kho kho during her school days in Chandigarh but the mother of a nine-year-old never thought in her wildest imagination that she would lead Australia, her country of residence for 10 years, at the World Cup, currently underway here. "I was born and brought up in Chandigarh and moved to Australia 10 years back after marriage. I used to play in India during my school days but that was 20 -22 years," Sonam told PTI Bhasha. "So when I heard about the Kho Kho World Cup, I got really excited as it took me back to my childhood memories. I contacted the kho kho committee (in Australia) and joined the team. Soon, I became captain of the side," said the 30-year-old finance professional.

Kho Kho World Cup 2025: Indian Men's, Women's Teams Enter Quarterfinals

The Indian men's Kho Kho team secured its quarterfinal berth with a convincing 70-38 victory over Peru in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025 at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday. The Indian women's team too continued its dominant run as it overpowered Iran by 84 points, winning the match 100-16 earlier on Wednesday. Continuing their impressive run in the tournament, the hosts demonstrated their championship credentials with a dominant performance that showcased their tactical superiority and athletic prowess.

Kho Kho World Cup 2025: Indian Men's, Women's Teams Enter Quarterfinals

The Indian men's Kho Kho team secured its quarterfinal berth with a convincing 70-38 victory over Peru in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025 at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday. The Indian women's team too continued its dominant run as it overpowered Iran by 84 points, winning the match 100-16 earlier on Wednesday. Continuing their impressive run in the tournament, the hosts demonstrated their championship credentials with a dominant performance that showcased their tactical superiority and athletic prowess.

Indian Women's Team Registers 157-point Win Against South Korea In Kho Kho World Cup

The Indian women's team produced an incredible performance against South Korea, securing a commanding 175-18 victory in their opening match of the Kho Kho World Cup on Tuesday. In a show of sheer dominance, the home team showcased their prowess with impressive 'Dream Runs' and defensive strategies that left their opponents stunned at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium. Chaithra B, Meeru and skipper Priyanka Ingle set the tone for India with consecutive 'Dream Runs', with the first two batches each earning a point.

Indian Women's Team Registers 157-point Win Against South Korea In Kho Kho World Cup

The Indian women's team produced an incredible performance against South Korea, securing a commanding 175-18 victory in their opening match of the Kho Kho World Cup on Tuesday. In a show of sheer dominance, the home team showcased their prowess with impressive 'Dream Runs' and defensive strategies that left their opponents stunned at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium. Chaithra B, Meeru and skipper Priyanka Ingle set the tone for India with consecutive 'Dream Runs', with the first two batches each earning a point.

India Beat Nepal In Kho Kho World Cup Opener

India got off to a brilliant start in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup as they registered a comfortable 42-37 victory over Nepal at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Monday. Led by captain Pratik Waikar, India's all-round performance rounded off a magnificent day of Kho Kho action, providing the team with the perfect platform. India's bright start defined the match as they wrapped up Nepal's first three defenders just 60 seconds into Turn 1. Spearheaded by brilliant flying jumps from Pratik Waikar and Ramji Kashyap, India raced to a massive 14-point lead with three minutes remaining in Turn 1, having dismissed two batches of Nepal defenders.

Devastating Los Angeles Fires Prompt 2028 Olympics Debate

The Los Angeles wildfire disaster has cast a shadow over preparations for the 2028 Olympics, raising questions over whether the city can deliver a safe and successful Games. So far, none of the more than 80 venues due to stage Olympic competition in Los Angeles have been directly affected by the infernos that have left at least 24 people dead and reduced entire neighborhoods to smouldering ruins. But experts say the ongoing disaster has underscored the challenges of staging the world's largest sporting event in a region increasingly under threat of wildfires.

India Beat Nepal In Kho Kho World Cup Opener

India got off to a brilliant start in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup as they registered a comfortable 42-37 victory over Nepal at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Monday. Led by captain Pratik Waikar, India's all-round performance rounded off a magnificent day of Kho Kho action, providing the team with the perfect platform. India's bright start defined the match as they wrapped up Nepal's first three defenders just 60 seconds into Turn 1. Spearheaded by brilliant flying jumps from Pratik Waikar and Ramji Kashyap, India raced to a massive 14-point lead with three minutes remaining in Turn 1, having dismissed two batches of Nepal defenders.

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Meet Sonam Garg: Mother Of 9-Year-Old, Fan Of Jasprit Bumrah And Australia's Kho Kho Captain

Kho Kho World Cup 2025: Indian Men's, Women's Teams Enter Quarterfinals

Kho Kho World Cup 2025: Indian Men's, Women's Teams Enter Quarterfinals

Indian Women's Team Registers 157-point Win Against South Korea In Kho Kho World Cup

Indian Women's Team Registers 157-point Win Against South Korea In Kho Kho World Cup

India Beat Nepal In Kho Kho World Cup Opener

Devastating Los Angeles Fires Prompt 2028 Olympics Debate

India Beat Nepal In Kho Kho World Cup Opener