Chennai to Host Inaugural Hockey India Masters Cup in June 2025
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Hockey India Masters Cup 2025 |
| Date | June 18 to 27, 2025 |
| Venue | Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Chennai |
| Organized by | Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu (HUTN) |
| Categories | Men's (40+ age group), Women's (35+ age group) |
| Tournament Format | Group matches, Knockout stage, Finals |
| Men's Teams (12 total) | Pool A: Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Kerala<br>Pool B: Odisha, Punjab, Puducherry<br>Pool C: Chandigarh, Maharashtra, Manipur<br>Pool D: Haryana, Karnataka, Tripura |
| Women's Teams (8 total) | Pool A: Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Kerala<br>Pool B: Odisha, Haryana, Punjab, Tamil Nadu |
| Significance | Promotes active aging and sports participation among retired athletes; revives interest in hockey and honors India's hockey heritage; strengthens the veteran sports ecosystem; aims to inspire younger generations through stories and performances of legendary players. |