Ten teams, comprising both domestic clubs and international sides, will contest the 97th All-India MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup hockey tournament in Chennai, aiming for the prestigious title. The field includes top Indian clubs and foreign representatives, reflecting the tournament’s reputation as a premier competition.
The competition is organized into two pools, dividing the ten teams into separate groups for the group stage, and offers lucrative prizes for the champion, creating a high‑stakes battle among participants.
Organized by the MCC-Murugappa committee, the 97‑year‑old tournament showcases international participation and is hosted in Chennai, a major South Indian city, serving as a premier platform for top‑level hockey in India.
