~ The tournament will be held from 29th August to 7th September at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium ~
New Delhi, 13th August 2025: Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN) has acquired the TV and digital broadcast rights for the Hero Men’s Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar 2025, ensuring fans across the country can witness the continent’s top hockey nations compete for continental supremacy.
The 12th edition of the prestigious tournament will be held from 29th August to 7th September, 2025 at the recently developed Rajgir Hockey Stadium, a world-class venue that underscores India’s investment in sports infrastructure and Bihar’s rising prominence as a sporting hub. The event follows the successful hosting of the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024, where India emerged victorious.
With a direct qualification spot for the 2026 FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup, to be held in Belgium and the Netherlands, up for grabs, the tournament promises intense competition and high-stakes drama.
Defending champions, South Korea is the most successful team in the tournament’s history with five titles (1994, 1999, 2009, 2013, 2022) followed by the hosts, India, who have won the trophy three times.
With Sony Pictures Networks India’s comprehensive broadcast plan and expert-led programming, Indian fans will enjoy high-quality coverage of every match, including pre-match build-ups and live commentary across SPN’s sports channels on TV and OTT platform, Sony LIV.
Mr. Rajesh Kaul, Chief Revenue Officer – Distribution and International Business and Head – Sports Business, Sony Pictures Networks India said, “Hockey has always held a special place in the hearts of Indian sports fans, and the excitement is intense with the Hero Men’s Asia Cup. At Sony Pictures Networks India, our commitment remains steadfast in bringing world-class sporting action to audiences across India. Broadcasting the Asia Cup, a tournament that showcases the continent’s best talent and offers a direct path to the Hockey World Cup, is a proud milestone for us. We are the ‘Home of Hockey in India’ and aim to connect millions of fans to the sport’s biggest stages.”
Speaking on the development, Hockey India President Dr. Dilip Tirkey said, “We are thrilled to have Sony Sports Network as the official broadcaster for the Hero Asia Cup. Sony’s extensive reach and proven commitment to Indian hockey will significantly amplify the tournament’s visibility and inspire millions to connect with the sport. Their broadcast will help bring the energy of Rajgir and the intensity of the competition to every household.”
Hockey India Secretary General Shri Bhola Nath Singh added, “Sony Sports Network has played a pivotal role in elevating the profile of Indian hockey. With their high-quality production and storytelling, we are confident that the Hero Asia Cup will receive the world-class coverage it deserves. This partnership is a crucial step in building excitement and fan engagement ahead of the marquee event – 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup.”
By Hockey India
