From Indian soil to the global field, can Kho Kho match the popularity of cricket and footy?

Background: Kho Kho match in action. (Credit: Sathisa Soundararajan). Inset (left to right): Ojas Kulkarni, Subodh Bapat, and Raj Sura. Credit: Supplied by Ojas Kulkarni

This episode explores how Kho Kho, a traditional Indian sport rooted in teamwork, speed and strategy, is gaining global recognition. Featuring conversations with Ojas Kulkarni, Subodh Bapat and Raj Sura, all former players now contributing as coaches, technical experts and administrators, the episode delves into the game’s new rules, international growth and whether Kho Kho could one day match the popularity of cricket and footy in Australia or even feature in the 2036 Olympics.

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Published 12 November 2025 2:46pm

Updated 13 November 2025 11:11am

Presented by Nabeel Hasan

Source: SBS

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This episode explores how Kho Kho, a traditional Indian sport rooted in teamwork, speed and strategy, is gaining global recognition. Featuring conversations with Ojas Kulkarni, Subodh Bapat and Raj Sura, all former players now contributing as coaches, technical experts and administrators, the episode delves into the game’s new rules, international growth and whether Kho Kho could one day match the popularity of cricket and footy in Australia or even feature in the 2036 Olympics.

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