12 Top Teams Ready for ‘RBI Kho-Kho Cup 2026’ Professional Kho-Kho Carnival Set to Light Up Parel’s Iconic Red Ground Mumbai gears up for four days of speed, strategy and thrilling action! Grand Professional Kho-Kho Tournament Begins in Mumbai

 

12 Top Teams Ready for ‘RBI Kho-Kho Cup 2026’

Professional Kho-Kho Carnival Set to Light Up Parel’s Iconic Red Ground

Mumbai gears up for four days of speed, strategy and thrilling action!

Grand Professional Kho-Kho Tournament Begins in Mumbai

 

Mumbai : Mumbai is all set to witness a spectacular celebration of professional kho-kho as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Sports Club, under the aegis of the Mumbai Kho-Kho Association, hosts the First Professional Invitational Kho-Kho Tournament 2026 at the historic Vidyarthi Krida Kendra Red Ground, Parel. Scheduled from May 14 to May 17, 2026, the tournament promises high-intensity action, electrifying performances and fierce competition among some of the strongest teams in the state. Kho-kho lovers are eagerly waiting to experience the thrill, speed and tactical brilliance of the sport at one of Mumbai’s most iconic venues.

 

12 Powerhouse Teams Set for Intense Battle

A total of 12 top professional teams will compete for the prestigious title, with every team aiming to stamp its authority on the grand stage. The tournament will be played on a knockout basis, ensuring intense and do-or-die encounters throughout the competition. The participating teams include Central Railway, Western Railway, Mumbai Police, Bank of India, Municipal Corporation, Reserve Bank of India, Naval Dock, Maharashtra Post, MahaVitaran, Thane Special Police Cell, Gandhekar Electricals, and Rachana Notary Works. With several experienced and talented players in action, fans can expect thrilling raids, brilliant defence and edge-of-the-seat finishes.

 

Excitement Peaks for Semi-Finals and Final

The matches will begin on Thursday and every day is expected to produce exciting contests filled with speed and strategy. The semi-final matches will be played on May 16 at 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm, while the much-awaited grand final will take place on May 17, 2026 at 7:30 pm. Before the final, the third-place match will be conducted at 6:30 pm. The famous red soil ground at Parel is expected to witness a festive atmosphere as kho-kho enthusiasts gather in large numbers to cheer for their favourite teams.

 

Chief Guests to Grace the Grand Opening Ceremony

The opening ceremony of the tournament will be attended by distinguished dignitaries including Shri Suman Ray, Regional Director, Mumbai, Shri Rahul Sinha, General Manager, HRMD, Central Office, Shri Avinash Kapoor, General Manager, FED, MRO, and Mr Pappu Yadav, former Indian wrestler and Arjuna Awardee, as Chief Guests. Their presence is expected to add further prestige and grandeur to the tournament.

 

Tournament Organised Under Expert Guidance

The successful organisation of this prestigious tournament is being carried out under the guidance and support of the officials of the Mumbai Kho-Kho Association. Sachin Narsappa, General Secretary of the RBI Sports Club, is playing a major role in planning and coordinating the tournament smoothly. Their dedicated efforts have added a professional touch and increased the excitement surrounding the competition.

 

Big Platform for Professional Kho-Kho Players

The tournament is being viewed as a major step towards raising the standard of kho-kho in Mumbai and providing professional players with a quality competitive platform. With a perfect blend of fitness, speed, agility, teamwork and strategy, the competition is expected to inspire young and upcoming players as well. The entire kho-kho fraternity is now eagerly waiting to see which team will lift the prestigious ‘RBI Kho-Kho Cup 2026’ and create history at Parel’s iconic red ground.