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• Kho Kho is played by two teams, each with 12 players, but only 9 players from each team take the field.
• The game takes place on a rectangular field, typically around 29 by 16 meters.
• A central lane divides the field lengthwise, and 8 wooden poles are placed at equal distances along the lane.
• The field has two zones, each called an "end," with players facing alternating directions.

Chasers : These players are responsible for tagging the opponents.

Runners : These players avoid getting tagged by dodging or using the poles.

• The main goal is to tag as many players on the opposing team as possible within a set time.
• The team that tags the most players or tags all opponents within the time limit wins the round

• The game begins with the chasers kneeling along the central lane, facing alternate directions.
• The active chaser starts chasing runners from the opposing team.
• The chaser can tag the runners by touching them with their hand.
• To change direction or pass the chase to a teammate, the chaser taps one of the poles, says “Kho,” and allows the next chaser to take over.

• Only one player (the active chaser) is allowed to chase at a time.
• The active chaser can run in either direction along the central lane but cannot cross it or turn back.
• A chaser can only tag a runner by hand, calling out "Kho" when passing the tag to the next chaser.
• The chaser must say "Kho" clearly and audibly to signal the change.

• Runners dodge the chasers by running around the central lane or using poles as a barrier.
• Once a runner is tagged, they are out of the game until the inning changes.
• Runners can’t step out of bounds or touch the central lane directly.
• Runners can use the poles to change direction and dodge the chaser.
• Runners are not allowed to cross the central lane or touch it directly.

• Each runner tagged by the chasers counts as one point for the chasing team.
• Each team scores by tagging as many runners as possible.
• After each inning, teams switch roles – chasers become runners and vice versa.
• At the end of both innings, the team with the highest score wins.
• If the scores are tied, an extra inning or sudden-death round may be played.

Agility and Reflexes : Both chasers and runners need to make quick decisions and movements.

Team Coordination : Chasers need good communication for smooth role changes.

Pole Utilization : Runners can use poles to evade tags; chasers use poles to switch directions.

Endurance : Kho Kho is fast-paced, so players need to pace their energy for sustained performance.

Positioning and Anticipation : Chasers should position strategically to block runners’ escape routes.

Efficient Use of "Kho" : Switch roles only when needed to maintain energy and field coverage.

Deceptive Movements : Runners should use fake moves and pole dodges to mislead chasers.

Endurance Management : Both teams should pace their energy, with chasers avoiding unnecessary sprints and runners using strategic pauses.