Chennai is set to welcome the world’s top squash nations as the SDAT Squash World Cup 2025 returns from December 9 to 14, with the official pools and fixtures now revealed.
Organised by the World Squash Federation, Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI), and the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT), this year’s World Cup promises to be one of the biggest sporting events the city has hosted in recent years.
The announcement of the group-stage draw has sparked excitement among squash fans, especially with host nation India placed in a competitive Pool B. Matches will be held across two venues Express Avenue Mall and the Isa Sports Arena bringing the sport closer to the public and creating an electrifying spectator experience.
Four Pools, Six Days, One Champion
The 2025 edition features 12 teams, divided into four balanced pools:
Pool A
- Hong Kong, China
- South Africa
- South Korea
A strong Pool A headlined by Hong Kong, one of Asia’s most consistent squash nations. South Africa and South Korea add depth, promising tightly contested fixtures.
Pool B
- India
- Brazil
- Switzerland
India find themselves in an intriguing group with Brazil and Switzerland — two emerging squads looking to make an impact. With home support behind them, the Indian team will look to top the pool and enter the knockout stages on a high.
Pool C
- Malaysia
- Australia
- Poland
Arguably the toughest pool, featuring Malaysia and Australia — both rich in squash history — alongside a fast-improving Polish side.
Pool D
- Japan
- Egypt
- Iran
Egypt, the powerhouse of world squash, headline Pool D. Japan’s dynamic style and Iran’s physicality make this one of the most unpredictable groups.
Group Stage Fixtures: December 9–11
The group-stage schedule has been crafted to ensure a high-intensity tournament right from Day 1. Here is the official lineup:
December 9 – Express Avenue
- Hong Kong vs South Korea – 10:30 AM (Pool A)
- Malaysia vs Poland – 1 PM (Pool C)
- Japan vs Iran – 3:30 PM (Pool D)
- India vs Switzerland – 6 PM (Pool B)
December 10
- Australia vs Poland – 10:30 AM (ISA)
- Brazil vs Iran – 1 PM (Express Avenue)
- Brazil vs Switzerland – 3:30 PM (Express Avenue)
- South Africa vs South Korea – 6 PM (Express Avenue)
December 11
- Hong Kong vs South Africa – 12 PM (Express Avenue)
- India vs Brazil – 2:30 PM (Express Avenue)
- Malaysia vs Australia – 12 PM (ISA)
- Japan vs Egypt – 2:30 PM (ISA)
The fixtures provide a thrilling spread of matches across three days, with each team guaranteed two high-stakes encounters. India’s matches against Switzerland on Day 1 and Brazil on Day 3 will be the marquee attractions for the home crowd.
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As hosts, India will enter the tournament with confidence, buoyed by recent successes at the Asian level and a growing domestic base of young talent. Pool B gives them a realistic pathway to the semifinals, but both Brazil and Switzerland are capable of challenging the home team.
A strong opening match against Switzerland will be crucial. The Brazil clash, scheduled for December 11, could well decide the Pool B standings.
The format ensures that only the top team from each group advances directly to the semifinals, placing immense importance on every match and every point.
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With its vibrant squash culture, world-class infrastructure, and passionate fan base, Chennai is set to deliver another memorable edition of the Squash World Cup. The SDAT’s continued investment in hosting global sports events has established the city as a premier destination on the international squash calendar.
As December approaches, anticipation is building and the pathway to the podium begins now.
