Free Entry for Fans at Men's Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026

Hockey India has announced that fans can enjoy free entry to the venues in Jalandhar and Mohali for the Men's Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026. Scheduled from October 27 to November 5, this event marks the return of international hockey to Punjab. Fans can secure their passes through the TicketGenie app, allowing them to witness top teams compete. With a commitment to making hockey more accessible, this initiative aims to fill the stands and celebrate the sport's significance in the region. India's opening match is against Bangladesh on October 27, followed by several other exciting fixtures.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 20, 2026, 22:50 IST

Exciting News for Hockey Fans in Punjab

New Delhi [India], October 20: Hockey India has revealed that spectators can enjoy complimentary access to the venues in Jalandhar and Mohali for the upcoming men's Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026, taking place from October 27 to November 5. This event marks the return of international hockey to Punjab, a region with a rich history in the sport, as stated in a press release from Hockey India.

The Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar and the Olympian Balbir Singh Senior International Hockey Stadium in Mohali will host a total of 20 matches. All league matches will occur in Jalandhar from October 27 to November 2, while the semi-finals and medal matches are scheduled for Mohali on November 4 and 5.

Fans can obtain their free entry passes by visiting www.ticketgenie.in or by downloading the TicketGenie app. After registering, they can choose their desired matches from the fixture list and receive a digital entry pass featuring a QR code, which must be scanned at the venue for free admission.

This initiative highlights Hockey India's dedication to promoting the sport at all levels, from grassroots to elite competitions, while making top-tier international hockey more accessible to fans.

Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey commented on the initiative, stating, “By offering free entry to the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026, we aim to attract more supporters to the stands and provide them with the chance to experience the thrill of high-level international hockey.”

Hockey India Secretary General, Bhola Nath Singh, expressed his anticipation for full stadiums at both venues. “Hockey holds a unique significance in Punjab, and we want fans to partake in this celebration of the sport,” he remarked. “Our goal is to enhance hockey's accessibility and bring fans closer to the game. Offering free entry at the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 is a step towards that goal, allowing families, young players, and hockey lovers to witness Asia's top teams compete in Jalandhar and Mohali,” he added.

India's first league match is set for October 27 against Bangladesh, followed by encounters with China (October 29), Japan (October 30), Malaysia (November 1), and South Korea (November 2).