Bihar
Rajgir to Host Men’s Hockey Asia Cup
- 21 Nov 2024
- 1 min read
Why in News?
According to the officials, the Rajgir Sports Complex will be hosting the Men’s Hockey Asia Cup in 2025. Scheduled from 27th August to 7th September, the event will also be a qualifying event for the World Cup, 2026.
Key Points
- Preparation for Hosting a Men's Event:
- Following the success of the women’s six-nation event, Bihar is gearing up to host the prestigious Asia Cup men’s tournament.
- The Asia Cup, a qualifying event for the 2026 World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands, is expected to draw larger crowds and increased interest.
The Men's Hockey Asia Cup
- It is an event held annually by the Asian Hockey Federation since 2011 with India, Pakistan, Malaysia, Japan, South Korea, and China participating in the inaugural tournament.
- The Asian Hockey Federation is the governing body for hockey in Asia.
- It has 33 member associations and it is affiliated to the International Hockey Federation (FIH).
- The Asia Cup is an eight-team tournament, with the winner securing qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
