Men's Junior Hockey World Cup 2025: India starts with a massive 7-0 win over Chile- Highlights

Q2 | 17’ GOAL INDIA!

Breakthrough for the hosts! Rosan produces a brilliant finish inside the circle, smashing home India’s first goal of the tournament. Chennai erupts as India finally turn their dominance into a deserved lead.

Q1 | 15’ Penalty Corner for India… Saved! End of the First Quarter!

India win their first PC of the match right at the end of the opening quarter, but the Chilean goalkeeper stands firm to deny the hosts. The whistle goes moments later, bringing Q1 to a close. India have dominated possession but are still searching for the opening goal.

10' India on the front foot as Chile try to break the press!

India have started with intent, pushing numbers high and squeezing Chile deep inside their own half. The visitors are struggling to play out cleanly, repeatedly running into India’s disciplined press. Early signs of dominance from the hosts as they look for the first breakthrough.

AND WE’RE UNDERWAY! The ball is rolling in Chennai!

India get the first pushback as the crowd erupts. High energy, loud drums, and a perfect atmosphere to kick off the Junior World Cup campaign. Let’s see how the hosts settle into the early exchanges.

It’s a full house in Chennai for the opener!

The Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium is packed to the rafters as fans pour in to cheer the Indian Colts. The atmosphere is electric, drums are rolling, and the energy is exactly what the home side would have hoped for as they step onto the field for their first match of the tournament.

Today's results in Chennai!

India XI!

Hello and welcome to our LIVE coverage of India’s opening match at the FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2025!

The hosts begin their campaign against Chile in Chennai, carrying high expectations and strong momentum into this home World Cup.

Stay tuned for real-time updates, key moments, goals, and expert insight as India look to start their Pool B journey on a winning note.