New Delhi [India], August 19 (ANI): The Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) introduced the official match schedule for the Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar 2025, to be held from August 29 to September 7, in Rajgir, Bihar, as per a launch.
This prestigious continental championship is not going to solely crown the most effective staff in Asia, but additionally the winners of Asia Cup 2025 will qualify for the FIH Hockey World Cup, Belgium, Netherlands 2026. The match will open on August 29 with an thrilling day of motion, that includes reigning champions Korea starting their title defence towards Chinese Taipei, and hosts India dealing with China in entrance of an anticipated passionate dwelling crowd.
After dealing with China, the hosts will face Japan on August 31, and can play their remaining group recreation on September 1 towards Kazakhstan.
The collaborating nations are divided into two swimming pools: Pool A consists of India, Japan, China, and Kazakhstan, whereas Pool B contains Malaysia, Korea, Bangladesh, and Chinese Taipei. The pool stage might be adopted by the Super4s, with the Final on September 7 between the groups ending first and second within the Super4s. The champion will carry the Asia Cup 2025 Trophy and safe Asia’s a spot on the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium-Netherlands 2026.
AHF President Fumio Ogura mentioned, ‘The Hero Asia Cup Rajgir Bihar 2025 will convey collectively the perfect of Asian hockey. With World Cup qualification on the road, each match will carry monumental significance. We are assured this version will showcase thrilling competitors, encourage hundreds of thousands of followers, and go away an enduring legacy for the game in Asia,’ in accordance with a press launch. (ANI)