🏑 Tamil Nadu to Host FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2025 — Chennai & Madurai All Set for Global Showdown
BiGG Author 
Chennai | June 19, 2025 | BiGG Sports NEWS Bureau, In a landmark moment for Indian hockey and southern sports infrastructure, Tamil Nadu is officially set to host the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2025 from 28th November to 10th December 2025, jointly across the cities of Chennai and Madurai.
The announcement was made during a high-profile Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony between Hockey India and the Government of Tamil Nadu held at Taj Coromandel, Chennai on June 19. The event also featured the official unveiling of the tournament logo, marking the official countdown to what will be the most inclusive edition in the tournament’s history.
🌍 A Global First — 24 Nations, Two Host Cities
The 2025 edition will be historic in scope, with 24 teams from across the globe set to participate—making it the largest and most competitive edition of the Junior Men’s World Cup to date. This is also the first time Madurai will co-host such a mega international hockey event alongside the metropolitan city of Chennai, reflecting the government’s commitment to decentralised sports development.
🏟 ₹65 Crore Investment in Infrastructure & Event Execution
To ensure the event’s grand success, the Tamil Nadu Government has sanctioned ₹65 crore, which will be spent not just on the hosting of the tournament but also on sports infrastructure development. This includes the installation of a new international-standard synthetic turf in Madurai, ensuring the southern city is fully equipped to welcome global teams and spectators.
🗣 Voices from the Stage
Delivering the keynote, Honourable Deputy Chief Minister Thiru Udhayanidhi Stalin said:
“We are proud that Tamil Nadu has been chosen as the host for the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2025. Under our Chief Minister’s visionary leadership, Tamil Nadu has built a legacy in sports infrastructure and global event hosting. With Chennai and Madurai coming together for this event, we hope to inspire youth across the state and cement our status as India’s sports capital.”
Also present at the ceremony were:
- Dr. Atulya Misra, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Government of Tamil Nadu
- Shri Meghanath Reddy, IAS, Member Secretary, Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu
- Shri Bhola Nath Singh, Secretary General, Hockey India
- Shri Sekar J. Manoharan, Treasurer, Hockey India
- Commander R.K. Srivastava, Director General, Hockey India
🏆 Tamil Nadu’s Rich Sporting Record
Tamil Nadu continues to impress as a world-class host for international competitions. Past events hosted include:
- Hockey Champions Trophy (1996)
- India-Pakistan Series (1999)
- Asia Cup (2007)
- Asian Men’s Hockey Champions Trophy (2023)
- FIDE Chess Olympiad (2022)
- Squash World Cup (2023)
- World Surfing League, Khelo India Youth Games, and Formula 4 Street Race (2023–2024)
📢 A Call to the People
In his closing remarks, Mr. Udhayanidhi Stalin made a heartfelt appeal to the media and public:
“Let’s take this tournament to every corner of Tamil Nadu. Let us celebrate sport and show the world what our state is capable of.”
Will the Pakistan team be joining India for the World Cup?
Officials confirmed that Pakistan will also be participating in the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2025 in Tamil Nadu.
🗣 Government’s Vision: Sports for All
In his address, Mr. Udhayanidhi Stalin reiterated Tamil Nadu’s commitment to making sports accessible and exciting for youth across the state:
“This is not just about an international event. It’s about creating opportunities, upgrading infrastructure, and inspiring a generation. Let’s work together to make Tamil Nadu the sports capital of India.”
🧠 Final Word
From historic significance to infrastructure investment, the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2025 promises to be more than just a tournament — it’s a celebration of sport, youth, and Tamil Nadu’s ever-rising profile in global athletics.
Stay tuned with BiGG Sports NEWS for exclusive coverage, behind-the-scenes updates, and feature stories as Tamil Nadu gears up to host the world.
📲 Follow @biggsportsnews for all updates on #HockeyJuniorWorldCupTN2025
