Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium is a field-hockey venue in Egmore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Its address and nearby transport stops can help you orient yourself, but event-specific ticket and entry details need to be confirmed before you travel.
- Venue: field hockey, in Egmore district
- Address: Room No. 1, Mayor Radha Krishnan Hockey Stadium, 30 Gandhi Irwin Road, Egmore, Chennai 600 008
- Facilities include Astro Turf and Gravel
- LIC metro station is on the Blue Line
What the Stadium Hosts
Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium is a Chennai hockey venue with a history of hosting international competition. The International Hockey Federation identifies it as a venue for the 2025 FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup in Tamil Nadu.
The stadium also hosted the 1996 Men's Champions Trophy, held from 7–15 December 1996. Its facilities include Astro Turf and Gravel.
How do you find the correct entrance?
The address provided by Hockey Unit of Tamilnadu places the stadium on Gandhi Irwin Road in Egmore. Use the full address—Room No. 1, Mayor Radha Krishnan Hockey Stadium, 30 Gandhi Irwin Road, Egmore, Chennai 600 008—when checking your route or arranging a drop-off.
Nearby landmarks can help you identify the area: the Commissioner Office and Egmore High Court stops are each about a 2-minute walk from the stadium. Allow time to confirm the entrance for your specific event; the address alone does not establish which gate will be in use.
Event Tickets, Dates and Entry Rules
Ticket availability, match dates and entry rules depend on the event, so confirm them with the event organiser before setting out. Hockey Unit of Tamilnadu is affiliated to Hockey India and recognized by the Tamilnadu Olympic Association and the Sports Development Authority of Tamilnadu. Check the official site before you go, especially for event-specific ticket and entry information.
How do you get to the stadium from the hotel?
Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium is about a 17-minute walk or a 7-minute drive from a three-star hotel in Chennai. Use the Gandhi Irwin Road address to plan the final part of your journey, and leave time to reach the correct entrance.
LIC is the nearest metro station, about a 4-minute walk from the stadium, and it is on the Blue Line.
Chennai Metro stations near Abu Palace can help you plan the wider rail journey.
Planning for Event-Day Travel
Moovit identifies bus routes 17D, 18G, 23C, 27D and 37 (37G) as passing near the stadium. If you plan to arrive by public transport, check the route and service details for your travel time, then use the venue address to navigate the last stretch.
For a wider itinerary around the area, a day in central Chennai can help you put Egmore into context.
FAQs
What kind of venue is Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium?
It is a field-hockey stadium in Egmore, Chennai.
Which metro station is closest to the stadium?
LIC is about a 4-minute walk from the stadium. It is on the Blue Line.
Does the stadium have a history of hosting major hockey events?
Yes. It hosted the 1996 Men's Champions Trophy.
Where can you confirm tickets and entry rules?
Check the event organiser’s information for the match or event you plan to attend, since ticketing and entry arrangements are event-specific.