Madurai, Nov 23 (UNI) In a landmark move to encourage greater fan engagement and celebrate the sport’s growing popularity, Hockey India on Sunday announced that entry for all matches of the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 will be completely free of cost.
The tournament, set to take place from November 28 to December 10 across Chennai and Madurai, will feature 24 teams, making it the largest edition in Junior World Cup history.
Fans can secure their free virtual tickets through www.ticketgenie.in or the Hockey India mobile app. Upon registration, spectators will receive a digital ticket, ensuring a smooth and paperless entry process without the need for physical redemption, the Hockey India sources said.
Speaking about the initiative, Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey said, “This is a historic moment for Indian hockey, and we want every fan to be a part of it. By offering free tickets, our aim is to open the gates for students, young athletes, families, and hockey lovers across Tamil Nadu and beyond. The atmosphere created by passionate fans has always been our biggest strength, and we are committed to making international hockey accessible to everyone.”
Echoing his views, Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh said, “Tamil Nadu is hosting the Junior World Cup for the first time, and we want to ensure the stadiums are packed with energy. Free entry removes all barriers for spectators and reinforces our vision of promoting hockey at the grassroots. We encourage fans to come in large numbers, support the young talent from around the world, and experience world-class hockey.”
The FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 will see 24 teams grouped into four Pools. Hosts India are placed in Pool A, alongside Chile, Oman, and Switzerland. India will open their campaign against Chile on 28th November in Chennai, followed by matches against Oman (29th November) and Switzerland (2nd December).
The Live Streaming of FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 matches will be available on JioHotstar.
