| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | First-ever Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship |
| Dates | March 9 to March 14, 2026 |
| Host Country | India |
| Participating Countries | Over 24 Commonwealth nations from Asia, Europe, Africa, Oceania, and the Americas. Commonwealth includes 56 independent countries with 2.7 billion population. |
| Teams | 16 men's teams and 16 women's teams |
| Approval | Officially approved by Commonwealth Sports |
| Previous Event | Follows the first Kho Kho World Cup held in New Delhi earlier this year, with 20 men's teams and 19 women's teams from 23 nations. |
| Venue | Ahmedabad (under consideration), which will also host the centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030. |
| Future Plans | Potential inclusion in Doha Asian Games 2030, Commonwealth Games 2030, and Brisbane Olympics 2032. |
| Significance | Boosts global awareness and popularity of Kho Kho, promotes Indian traditional sports, and inspires young athletes. |
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