The World Athletics Championships 2025 in Tokyo is one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year, especially for Indian fans eager to watch Neeraj Chopra defend his world title in the men’s javelin throw. Known for rewriting history with his remarkable throws, Chopra is set to once again showcase his skills on the global stage. With top competitors like Arshad Nadeem and Julian Weber in the fray, the javelin throw event promises high drama and intense competition.
Neeraj Chopra’s Road to Tokyo 2025
At just 27, Neeraj Chopra has become a household name in Indian athletics. He clinched India’s first-ever gold medal in the javelin throw at the Tokyo Olympics 2021, and in 2023 he made history as India’s first World Champion in Athletics with a throw of 88.17m in Budapest.
This season, Chopra has crossed the 90m mark with a personal best of 90.23m in Doha, proving his consistency and ability to compete with the world’s best. Currently ranked World No. 2, he will look to add another medal to his already impressive tally.
Rivalries to Watch: Chopra vs Nadeem
One of the biggest storylines is the continued rivalry between Neeraj Chopra and Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem. The two athletes have shared podium finishes multiple times, including at Paris 2024, where Nadeem set an Olympic record of 92.97m. With both throwers in peak form, the showdown in Tokyo will be a highlight of the championships.
Other contenders like Julian Weber of Germany (91.51m season-best), two-time world champion Anderson Peters, and Czech star Jakub Vadlejch add further intensity to the event.
Javelin Throw Schedule – World Athletics Championships 2025
Fans can follow Neeraj Chopra’s journey across qualification and the final. Here is the official javelin throw schedule in IST:
| Date | Event | Stage | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 17, Wednesday | Men’s Javelin Throw – Group A (Neeraj Chopra) | Qualification | 3:40 PM |
| September 17, Wednesday | Men’s Javelin Throw – Group B (Arshad Nadeem) | Qualification | 5:15 PM |
| September 18, Thursday | Men’s Javelin Throw Final | 3:53 PM | |
| September 19, Friday | Women’s Javelin Throw – Group A | Qualification | 4:00 PM |
| September 19, Friday | Women’s Javelin Throw – Group B | Qualification | 5:30 PM |
| September 20, Saturday | Women’s Javelin Throw Final | 5:35 PM |
Alongside Chopra, Indian athletes Sachin Yadav, Rohit Yadav, and Yashvir Singh will also compete in the men’s category, while Annu Rani will represent India in the women’s javelin event.
Where to Watch Live in India
Indian fans can catch every throw live. The live streaming will be available on JioHotstar, while the live telecast will air on:
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Star Sports Select 1 and Star Sports Select 1 HD
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Star Sports Select 2 and Star Sports Select 2 HD
With widespread coverage, viewers won’t miss any moment of this thrilling competition.
Final Thoughts
The World Athletics Championships 2025 promises to be another historic outing for Indian athletics, with Neeraj Chopra once again carrying the hopes of millions. Whether it’s his fierce rivalry with Arshad Nadeem, the challenge from Julian Weber, or his own pursuit of surpassing the 90m mark again, Chopra’s presence will electrify Tokyo.