Excitement is building for the upcoming Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024, scheduled from November 11 to 20 at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium in Bihar. Hockey fans can now book free passes online, allowing them to witness the thrilling action as India and other top Asian teams compete for the title.
How to book free passes for Womens Asian Champions Trophy
Hockey India has announced free online passes for the tournament, available now. To secure a spot at this premier event, fans can book their passes easily online through HERE. With high expectations for strong fan support, this initiative aims to promote hockey’s reach across India, particularly in Rajgir, known for its historical significance.
Six Teams Compete in Rajgir for Women’s Asian Champions Trophy
Six teams—China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand—will participate in this year’s Women’s Asian Champions Trophy. India, the defending champions, has high hopes of securing another win on home turf.
The tournament will follow a round-robin format, with the top four teams advancing to the semifinals. India’s opening match will be against Malaysia, followed by games against Korea, Thailand, China, and Japan.
Indian Hockey Team’s Preparations and High Hopes
Indian women’s hockey captain Salima Tete and vice-captain Navneet Kaur have shared their excitement and determination ahead of the tournament. Speaking about playing in Rajgir, Tete said, “The anticipation and excitement for the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy is in equal measure as we will be playing at a new venue in a beautiful town, Rajgir. We played an exhibition match here in August and received a great response from the crowd. We’re looking forward to returning to Rajgir and playing our best hockey.”
Vice-captain Kaur added, “We were in Rajgir in August and received a warm reception. Now, they’ll have the opportunity to witness top Asian teams play right in their town. Bihar is also the birthplace of our Chief Coach, Harendra Sir, so this makes it an even more special occasion.”
Defending Champions with High Expectations
As defending champions, India will face high expectations from fans and the hockey community. Reflecting on the previous tournament, Tete noted, “Last year, we had a memorable outing in Ranchi, where we clinched the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy title. We know our fans have even higher expectations this time, and we’re ready to take on the challenge to defend the title.”
The team has undergone intensive training at the SAI Centre in Bengaluru, gearing up to maintain their winning form. Kaur emphasised that while the excitement is palpable, the focus remains on their goals for the tournament and the long-term journey towards future achievements.
Tournament Coverage
For fans unable to attend in person, the tournament will be broadcast on Sony Sports Ten 1, with live streaming on SonyLiv, ensuring hockey enthusiasts across India can support the national team.
Schedule Highlights
- Location: Rajgir Hockey Stadium, Bihar
- Dates: November 11-20
- Teams: China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Thailand
- Broadcast: Sony Sports Ten 1 and SonyLiv
With Rajgir all set to host this major hockey event, the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024 promises a thrilling showcase of skill and sportsmanship.
