HOCKEY INDIA has announced that entry to all matches of the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 will be completely free of charge. The tournament, scheduled from 28 November to 10 December across Chennai and Madurai, will be the largest edition in Junior World Cup history.
Fans can obtain their free virtual tickets via www.ticketgenie.in or the Hockey India mobile app. After registration, spectators will receive a digital ticket, enabling a seamless and paperless entry process without the need for physical redemption.
The FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 will feature 24 teams divided into four pools. Hosts India have been drawn in Pool A alongside Chile, Oman and Switzerland. India will begin their campaign against Chile on 28 November in Chennai, followed by fixtures against Oman (29 November) and Switzerland (2 December).
Live streaming of all matches will be available on JioHotstar.
Commenting on the initiative, Hockey India president, Dr 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.”
Hockey India secretary general, Bhola Nath Singh, added, “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.”
