Hockey India has introduced the roster for the Indian Ladies’s Hockey Group’s upcoming tour of Australia, with matches slated from Could 26 to 30 on the Perth Hockey Stadium. The tour serves as a preparatory step for the FIH Hockey Ladies’s Nations Cup 2025-26 in Auckland, scheduled for June 15-21, in line with an announcement from Hockey India.
Following a commendable efficiency in Argentina, the Indian crew has been rigorously coaching on the nationwide camp in SAI Bengaluru. Salima Tete, who received bronze on the 2022 Commonwealth Video games and Asian Video games, will captain the crew. She is joined by seasoned gamers equivalent to Savita and Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam, together with promising newcomers like Sonam and Hina Bano.
The protection might be bolstered by the presence of Nikki Pradhan, Ishika Chaudhary, and Sushila Chanu, whereas the goalkeeping duties will relaxation on Savita and Bichu Devi Kharibam. Chief Coach Sjoerd Marijne emphasised the stability between skilled and younger gamers within the squad, highlighting the significance of gaining expertise below worldwide match strain. The Australia tour is seen as an important step in sustaining the efficiency stage noticed within the latest Argentina collection.
(With inputs from companies.)