Excitement is building for the much-awaited Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025, set to take place on May 24 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium. Organisers have now opened ticket sales for the one-day javelin event. This will be India’s first-ever international javelin competition. The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has officially sanctioned the event. Olympic medalists like Neeraj Chopra, Thomas Rohler, Anderson Peters, and others will take part in the meet.
Neeraj Chopra: Ticketing Details and Fan Experience Upgrades
Tickets for this landmark meet, co-promoted by Neeraj Chopra, JSW Sports, are now available. District by Zomato is the official ticketing partner, and tickets can be booked through the District app by Zomato.
“Ticket pricing for the Neeraj Chopra Classic ranges from Rs 199 to Rs 9,999, making it accessible for all fans. For those looking for a premium experience, five corporate boxes, each accommodating 15 guests, have been constructed at the North End of the stadium, priced at Rs 44,999. An exclusive 10 per cent discount on tickets will be offered to Visa Credit Card holders,” it said in a release.
To enhance the fan experience, a VIP stand has been set up parallel to the thrower’s runway. This allows spectators to enjoy the action up close. Tickets for this premium stand are priced at Rs 9,999. Additionally, a second special stand has been constructed in the North Upper Stand, behind the thrower’s runway. Tickets for this stand are available for Rs 2,999.
Global Athletes and Local Support Power the Event
“The Neeraj Chopra Classic is a big step forward for Indian athletics. As a World Athletics Gold event, it brings some of the best javelin talent in the world to Bengaluru for the first time ever. We’ve made sure the experience is world-class, but also accessible from ticket pricing to how the event is put together. This event has been Neeraj’s long-standing dream and we at JSW Sports are happy to play a part in building such a global-level sporting event in India,” said Karan Yadav, chief commercial officer, JSW Sports.
The State Association and Government bodies, including the Karnataka Olympic Association (KOA) and the Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports (DYES), have been working closely with the Government of Karnataka. Their goal is to deliver a world-class event to Karnataka and Bengaluru.
As a World Athletics-sanctioned Gold event, the Neeraj Chopra Classic promises to elevate India’s status on the global athletics map. With a total saleable capacity of over 12,000, the event is set to be a thrilling showcase of athletic prowess.
