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The age eligibility for the league and knockout tournament for he veterans is 40 years for the men’s category and 35 for the women’s section.
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Hockey India announced the initiation of the Hockey India Masters Cup 2025, an event for veterans of the sport, slated to begin on the 18th of June in Chennai.
The age eligibility for the league and knockout tournament is 40 years for the men’s category and 35 for the women’s section, with the pool structure based on the final number of participating teams.
HI took to the social media platform to officially announce the dates of the event on Friday, with a post that read, “Legends O f The Game Back In Action. Get ready for an epic showdown as our hockey legends take the field at the first Hockey India Masters Cup 2025 in Chennai! From 18 June to 27 June 2025, the action will unfold. This landmark tournament marks a new chapter in Indian hockey, celebrating veteran players who have shaped the game with their experience and passion.”
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From 18 June to 27 June 2025, the action will unfold.
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— Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) May 23, 2025
The names of the teams for both categories will be released shortly. To participate, players must register through their respective state member units, according to a statement from HI.
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Former Indian women’s hockey team skipper Asunta Lakra expressed her delight on the event for veterans ahead of the inaugural season.
“Being part of the first-ever Hockey India Masters Cup is a deeply emotional and exciting moment for me. Hockey has shaped who I am, and to have the chance to return to the field, surrounded by fellow veterans who’ve shared similar journeys, is truly special,” Lakra began.
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“This tournament isn’t just about competition, it’s about legacy, passion, and the lifelong bond we all have with the sport. I applaud Hockey India for creating this platform for former players to relive the joy of the game and continue inspiring the next generation,” she added.
“I’m proud to wear my boots again, not just for the love of the game, but for everything it has given us over the years,” the veteran concluded.
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