Bhubaneswar: To make the sports more accessible, Hockey India on Monday announced free entry for all fans at Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar for the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 matches slated to be held from February 15 to 25.
“This gesture underscores Hockey India’s commitment to promoting the sport and creating an inclusive, fan-friendly environment,” said a statement issued by Hockey India.
The free tickets can be claimed by registering on Ticketgenie’s web portal (https://ticketgenie.in/ticket/FIH-Hockey-Pro-League-2024-25 and app for hassle-free entry on match days.
“We are proud to host the FIH Pro League in Bhubaneswar, a city that has become synonymous with world-class hockey. By offering free tickets, we hope to create an electrifying atmosphere in the stadium, with fans from all walks of life coming together to celebrate the sport. This is a special opportunity for Odisha and India to showcase our passion for hockey on a global stage,” said Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey.
Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh added, “We are thrilled to make this edition of the FIH Pro League more accessible than ever before. Our goal is to inspire a new generation of hockey fans, and by removing the ticket cost, we are making sure everyone can be part of this incredible sporting event. We encourage all hockey lovers to grab their free tickets and cheer for our teams.”
The Bhubaneswar leg will feature top men’s teams from India, England, Spain, Germany, and Ireland, while the women’s competition will see India face Germany, England, Netherlands, and Spain. Each team will play twice.
India’s campaign kicks off on February 15, with the women’s team facing England, followed by the men’s team taking on Spain on the first day.
In December last year, Hockey India had made a similar announcement for Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 with free entry for fans attending matches in Ranchi and Rourkela.
