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Asian Women's Hockey Champions Trophy to debut in Bhopal from Nov 19-28
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 02:15 PM
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The inaugural Asian Women’s Hockey Champions Trophy will be staged in Bhopal between November 19 and 28, featuring six national teams and around 150 players, with live coverage across 166 countries.
Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, will host the first edition of the Asian Women’s Hockey Champions Trophy from 19 to 28 November. The tournament marks a historic moment for Indian women's hockey, bringing an international platform to the city for the first time.
Six national teams, including the host nation India, will compete in the event. Approximately 150 athletes are expected to take part, showcasing the growing depth of talent in Asian women's field hockey.
All matches will be broadcast live in 166 countries, providing extensive exposure for the sport and the participating players. The wide reach underscores the tournament’s significance in promoting women's hockey across the continent.
Organisers anticipate that the event will boost local interest in hockey, inspire young athletes, and contribute to the development of sports infrastructure in Bhopal.
Six national teams, including the host nation India, will compete in the event. Approximately 150 athletes are expected to take part, showcasing the growing depth of talent in Asian women's field hockey.
All matches will be broadcast live in 166 countries, providing extensive exposure for the sport and the participating players. The wide reach underscores the tournament’s significance in promoting women's hockey across the continent.
Organisers anticipate that the event will boost local interest in hockey, inspire young athletes, and contribute to the development of sports infrastructure in Bhopal.