India kicked off January with a stellar performance on the global stage, showcasing their dominance in Kho Kho by winning both the men’s and women’s World Cups. At the same time, in the inaugural Women’s Hockey India League, Odisha Warriors claimed victory in a thrilling final, defeating Soorma Hockey Club 2-1. In a gripping contest, Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers triumphed over Hyderabad Toofans to secure the men’s title.
As we move into February 2025, the sporting scene remains as vibrant as ever, with numerous major tournaments scheduled across a variety of sports. Highlights include the much-anticipated ICC Champions Trophy, the Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships, the National Games, and the prestigious Boxing Strandja International Tournament. With so much action on the horizon, let’s dive into the exciting Indian sports calendar for February.
Major events to follow in February in Indian Sports Calendar
Aquatics
January 29 – February 4: Aquatics at the 38th National Games
Archery
The Archery competitions are scheduled for the RGICS Ground, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar, during the National Games. In addition to this, the Asia Para Cup and Asia Cup Stage I will take place in February in Bangkok, Thailand.
February 1-7: Archery at the 38th National Games
February 2-11: Asia Para Cup (World Ranking Tournament)
February 16-23: Asia Cup Stage I
Athletics
Indian athletes will participate in several World Athletics Indoor Tour events, competing for gold, silver, bronze, and at continental level meetings. Various domestic events and marathons will also give athletes opportunities to showcase their skills. Below are the key domestic athletics events:
To be announced: 20th National Inter-District Junior Athletics Meet
February 8-12: Athletics at the 38th National Games
February 18-20: National Para-Athletics Championships
February 23: National Marathon
Badminton
Indian players will compete in international events such as the German Open and Thailand Masters, along with the prestigious Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships. Below is the schedule for upcoming badminton events:
January 28 – February 2: Thailand Masters
February 11-16: Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships
January 29 – February 4: Badminton at the 38th National Games
February 25 – March 2: German Open
Basketball
Basketball events at the 38th National Games will be held at Bhagirathi Hall, MPSC, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar from January 28 to February 3. Additionally, major February events include:
February 21: FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers against Iran
February 24: FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers against Qatar
Boxing
The prestigious 76th Strandja International Tournament will feature top Indian boxers from February 22 to March 3, while boxing at the National Games runs from January 31 to February 7.
Canoeing & Kayaking
Canoeing and kayaking competitions will be held at the Water Sports Complex in Koti Colony from February 11 to 13.
Chess
Important chess tournaments this month include:
January 17 to February 2: Tata Steel Chess Tournament
February 17 to 28: FIDE Women’s Grand Prix Series (3rd leg)
February 23 to March 8: FIDE World Junior U20 Championships
Cricket
In February, cricket tournaments feature:
February 2: England Tour of India (5th T20I)
February 6 to 12: England Tour of India (3 ODIs)
February 14 to March 15: Women’s Premier League (WPL)
February 20: ICC Champions Trophy – Group Stage (vs Bangladesh)
February 23: ICC Champions Trophy – Group Stage (vs Pakistan)
Cycling
Cycling events at the National Games take place at the Shivalik Velodrome from January 30 to February 11.
Fencing
Fencing competitions are scheduled for February 9 to 13 at the National Games.
Hockey
Indian national teams will compete in the FIH Pro League starting from February 15 to 25 for both men and women.
Football
Indian football action includes:
January 29 to February 7: Football at the 38th National Games
February 13 to March 12: Indian Super League
February 20 to March 6: I-League
Golf
Top golf tournaments this month:
February 6 to 8: Lalla Meryem Cup
February 13 to 15: Aramco Series – Riyadh
February 20 to 23: Honda LPGA Thailand
Gymnastics
Gymnastics events at the National Games will be held from February 8 to 13.
Handball
Handball competitions take place at Shivalik Hall from February 7 to 11.
Judo
Judo events are set from February 10 to 13 at Monal Hall, MPSC.
Kabaddi
Besides National Games kabaddi, the Senior Asian Kabaddi Championship in Iran will be held from February 20 to 25.
Kho Kho
Kho Kho events at the National Games are scheduled from January 28 to February 1.
Lawn Bowls
Lawn Bowls at the National Games will be staged from February 1 to 8.
Mallakhamb
The Mallakhamb competitions will be hosted at Van Chetna Stadium from February 11 to 13.
Netball
Netball events will take place at Kanchenjunga Hall from February 7 to 13.
Rowing
Rowing competitions at the National Games will be held from February 3 to 5 at the Water Sports Complex.
Rugby
Rugby events at the National Games run from January 29 to February 1.
Shooting
Shooting events will occur from January 29 to February 12 at Trishool Shooting Range and PAC.
Squash
Table Tennis
In addition to National Games competitions from February 4 to 8, the WTT events include:
February 6 to 9: Singapore Youth Smash
February 9 to 13: Table Tennis at 38th National Games
Taekwondo
Taekwondo events will take place from February 5 to 8 at Milam Hall, Manaskhand Khel Parisar.
Tennis
February tennis highlights include:
February 3 to 9: Chennai Open ATP Challenger
February 10 to 16: ATP250 Delray Beach
February 17 to 22: ATP500 Doha
Volleyball
Volleyball competitions are set for January 29 to February 2 at Shivalik Hall.
Weightlifting
Weightlifting events will be held from January 30 to February 3 at Monal Hall, MPSC.
Wrestling
Wrestling competitions will be part of the final phase of the National Games from February 10 to 13 at Yogasthali Khel Parisar.
Wushu
Wushu events are scheduled from January 29 to February 1 at Kanchenjunga Hall.
Yogasana
Yogasana events will take place from January 31 to February 4 at Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Stadium.
This schedule covers major sporting events across various disciplines happening in February 2025.