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Pakistan clubbed alongside hosts India for Men's Junior Hockey World Cup despite recent conflict
The draw ceremony for the upcoming Men's Junior World Cup, which will be hosted by Chennai and Madurai from 28 November to 10 December, took place at FIH's Lausanne headquarters on Saturday in which arch-rivals India and Pakistan were clubbed together in Pool B. read more Despite the two nations engaging in a four-day military conflict just last month , India and Pakistan have been grouped together for the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup that will be taking place in Chennai and Madurai later this year. The two arch-rivals are joined by Chile and Switzerland in Pool B in the tournament that takes place in the southern state of Tamil Nadu from 28 November to 10 December. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The draw ceremony for the expanded tournament, which features 24 teams for the first time in its history, took place at the world governing body's headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland on Saturday. Pool A consists of Germany, South Africa, Canada and Ireland while Pool C will feature Argentina, New Zealand, Japan and China. Spain, Belgium, Egypt and Namibia are in Pool D, while Netherlands, Malaysia, England and Austria are in Pool E. Pool F will feature France, Australia, Korea and Bangladesh. Following the draw ceremony earlier today, we are glad to reveal the six Pools for the upcoming expanded FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025, which will feature 24 teams for the very first time! Full story 👇@TheHockeyIndia #JWC2025 #RisingStars — International Hockey Federation (@FIH_Hockey) June 28, 2025 International Hockey Federation president Tayyab Ikram participated in the draw ceremony along with Hockey India secretary general Bhola Nath Singh, and Hockey India Director General RK Srivastava. 'It is a great pleasure for me to be here ahead of a milestone moment as we start the journey towards the first ever 24-team FIH Junior Hockey World Cup! 'It is a part of the FIH strategy to empower and engage the youth from all nations, including the emerging nations, and this event will be the first step towards doing that,' FIH chief Ikram said in a statement. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'This World Cup also brings with it the opportunity to enhance our hockey infrastructure, and in the city of Madurai, introduce a new state-of-art hockey stadium.' HI secretary general Bhola Nath added: 'Today marks a landmark moment for the world of hockey as we witness the pool draw for the inaugural FIH Junior Men's Hockey World Cup, featuring 24 nations.' Germany are the current junior Men's World Champions, having defeated France 2–1 in the final of the 2023 edition, to win a record-extending seventh title. With PTI inputs
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19-06-2025
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Hockey India, Government of Tamil Nadu sign MoU for FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2025; Official logo unveiled
Chennai (Tamil Nadu)[India], June 19 (ANI): Hockey India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Tamil Nadu to host the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 on Thursday. The MoU ceremony, held at the Taj Coromandel Hotel in Chennai, also witnessed the official unveiling of the tournament logo, kickstarting the countdown to one of the most anticipated global hockey events. Scheduled to take place from November 28 to December 10, the two-week tournament will be jointly hosted in the cities of Chennai and Madurai. In a historic first, the 2025 edition will feature 24 teams from across the world, making it the most inclusive and competitive edition of the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 to date. The MoU signing event was attended by dignitaries including the Honourable Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru Udhayanidhi Stalin, Atulya Misra, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Tamil Nadu, Meghanath Reddy, IAS, Member Secretary, SDAT, Hockey India Secretary General, Bhola Nath Singh, Hockey India Treasurer Sh. Sekar J. Manoharan, and Hockey India Director General Cdr. RK Srivastava. Speaking on the occasion, Honourable Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, 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 Tamil Nadu 2025. This is a proud moment not just for our state, but for the entire country. Hosting such a prestigious international tournament reflects our commitment to supporting and developing sport at all levels.' 'Chennai and Madurai are cities that embody both tradition and progress, and we are confident they will provide a world-class experience for athletes, officials, and fans from around the world. We will leave no stone unturned in ensuring that this tournament is organised with the highest standards of excellence, and we hope it ignites a new wave of sporting enthusiasm, especially amongst our youth,' he added. Hockey India President, Dilip Tirkey, stated, 'The FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 is a crucial event in the international hockey calendar - a breeding ground for future legends of the sport. We are extremely pleased to partner with the Government of Tamil Nadu for this edition, which is set to be historic with 24 participating teams - the highest ever.' 'Tamil Nadu has shown great commitment and enthusiasm towards the sport, and I have no doubt that Chennai and Madurai will serve as exceptional host cities. We thank the Honourable Deputy Chief Minister and the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu for their wholehearted support. With India having previously hosted this tournament successfully in Bhubaneswar, Lucknow, and New Delhi, we now look forward to making the 2025 edition the best one yet,' he concluded. Hockey India Secretary General, Bhola Nath Singh, added, 'Hosting the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup for the fourth time is both a privilege and a testament to India's growing reputation as a dependable and passionate host of major sporting events. This tournament is a celebration of youth, talent, and the global hockey community. The inclusion of 24 teams in this edition speaks volumes about the sport's expanding reach, and we are excited to welcome the best junior talent from every continent.' 'We sincerely thank the Government of Tamil Nadu for its proactive support. The MoU signed today is more than just a formality--it is a shared promise to deliver an unforgettable tournament that inspires generations to come,' he added. (ANI)
