FIH Junior Men's Hockey World Cup 2025: Schedule, Dates, Venues, Teams, India Squad And Live Streaming

The FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting sporting events of the year. Tamil Nadu is gearing up to welcome the world’s brightest young hockey talent, with preparations in full swing and the atmosphere turning electric as the tournament draws closer.

From upgraded stadiums and world-class facilities to a cultural showcase planned for visiting teams and fans, the state is leaving no stone unturned. The event is expected to offer an opportunity to the rising hockey stars to exhibit their skills, while also putting Tamil Nadu on the global sports map.

The tournament will be held from Nov. 28 to Dec. 10. The pool stages will take place from Nov. 28 to Dec. 2, followed by the knockout rounds from Dec. 4 to Dec. 10.

This edition will be staged across two Tamil Nadu cities, Chennai and Madurai, with both venues set to host matches throughout the tournament.

A total of 24 teams will compete in this year’s tournament. They are:

• India

• Chile

• Oman

• Switzerland

• Canada

• Germany

• Ireland

• South Africa

• Argentina

• China

• Japan

• New Zealand

• Austria

• England

• Malaysia

• Netherlands

• Australia

• Bangladesh

• France

• Korea

• Belgium

• Egypt

• Spain

• Namibia

Germany enter as the defending champions, having claimed the title at the 2023 edition in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

• Pool A: Canada, Germany, Ireland, South Africa

• Pool B: Chile, India, Oman, Switzerland

• Pool C: Argentina, China, Japan, New Zealand

• Pool D: Belgium, Egypt, Spain, Namibia

• Pool E: Austria, England, Malaysia, Netherlands

• Pool F: Australia, Bangladesh, France, Korea

The India squad for the tournament includes goalkeepers Bikramjit Singh and Princedeep Singh.

The defenders are Rohit (captain), Talem Priyobarta, Anmol Ekka, Amir Ali, Sunil Palakshappa Bennur and Shardanand Tiwari. Midfielders include Ankit Pal, Thounaojam Ingalemba Luwang, Adrohit Ekka, Rosan Kujur, Manmeet Singh, and Gurjot Singh.

The forwards are Arshdeep Singh, Sourabh Anand Kushwaha, Ajeet Yadav, and Dilraj Singh. The reserve players are Ravneet Singh and Rohit Kullu.

The FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2025 will be broadcast live on Star Sports Select 1.

The live streaming of all matches of the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 will be available on JioHotstar.

The tournament also marks a significant step in FIH’s digital and broadcast evolution, offering fans worldwide closer access to the action through the revamped Watch.hockey platform.

In a bid to boost fan participation, Hockey India has said that entry to all matches of the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 will be entirely free.

Supporters can book their complimentary digital tickets through www.ticketgenie.in or the Hockey India mobile app, with registered spectators receiving an e-ticket that enables a fully paperless and hassle-free entry.