Bram Lomans explains why India is strong contender to win Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023
2 years ago

Bram Lomans explains why India is strong contender to win Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023

The Hindu  

With the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023 just around the corner, 1998 Men’s Hockey World Cup winner and two-time Olympic gold medalist Bram Lomans revealed his favourites for the tournament. Lomans, who is credited with popularising drag flicking in the late 1990s, is currently in India for special drag flicking training sessions with the Indian Men’s Hockey Team at the SAI Centre in Bengaluru. The former Dutch penalty corner specialist further added that India has a strong pool of young drag flickers which will help the team at the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023 Bhubaneswar-Rourkela. “The biggest strength of the current Indian team is that they have 4-5 really good penalty corner takers who can score.

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India is a big contender for WC, Olympic glory: Belgian hockey player De Sloover
1 week, 6 days ago

India is a big contender for WC, Olympic glory: Belgian hockey player De Sloover

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Olympic and World Cup gold medallist Belgian hockey defender Arthur De Sloover feels the way India has progressed over the years, the country is a "big contender" for more glory on the world stage in the future. De Sloover, who will be turning out for Hyderabad Toofans in the upcoming Hockey India League, alongside local star Nilakanta Sharma …

Men’s Senior Hockey Nationals: Haryana edges past Uttar Pradesh to take on Odisha in final
1 month, 1 week ago

Men’s Senior Hockey Nationals: Haryana edges past Uttar Pradesh to take on Odisha in final

The Hindu  

Haryana edged past Uttar Pradesh 3-2 in the semifinal of the 14th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2024 at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium on Friday to book its spot for the third consecutive final. A two-time champion since Hockey India’s 2011 revamp, Haryana, faced a formidable UP side featuring current India internationals Lalit Upadhyay and Rajkumar Pal. Despite …

Inspired by Sardar, Rajinder set for senior India debut in 2024 bilateral hockey series against Germany
2 months ago

Inspired by Sardar, Rajinder set for senior India debut in 2024 bilateral hockey series against Germany

The Hindu  

Rajinder Singh, a young aspiring hockey player, is set to make his senior India debut in the two-match series Germany against Germany on Wednesday and Thursday at the iconic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium. He is grateful for the guidance and support of former India captain Sardar Singh at the Namdhari Academy, where he honed his skills. Rajinder's determination and …

Indian Men's Hockey Squad Returns to Challenge Germany in a Historic Series
2 months ago

Indian Men's Hockey Squad Returns to Challenge Germany in a Historic Series

The Hindu  

The Indian men's hockey team has been named for the upcoming bilateral series against Germany in New Delhi. The series will mark the return of international hockey in the national capital and will witness the clash between the two top-ranked teams in the world. The team will be led by Harmanpreet Singh and vice-captained by Vivek Sagar Prasad, with midfielder …

Keep your faith in us, we will not disappoint you: Hockey skipper Harmanpreet
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Keep your faith in us, we will not disappoint you: Hockey skipper Harmanpreet

The Hindu  

Skipper Harmanpreet Singh understands that Indian men’s hockey team will enter the Paris Games with huge expectations and promised to return from the French Capital with grand success which they would celebrate with passionate fans, just like the triumphant cricket team. Keep your faith in us, we will not disappoint you.” Just like any other Indian, Harmanpreet was brimming with …

A round-up of the best India vs South Africa memes ahead of the T20 World Cup final
5 months, 3 weeks ago

A round-up of the best India vs South Africa memes ahead of the T20 World Cup final

Hindustan Times  

India will take on South Africa in the final match of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Kensington Oval in Barbados tonight. The Men in Blue will be aiming to end their drought for an ICC trophy since 2013's Champions Trophy and also win their first T20 World Cup since 2007's inaugural edition in South Africa. India vs South …

S Sreesanth Interview: Hardik Pandya will be like Yuvraj Singh of 2011 in 2024 T20 World Cup, says ex-India pacer
6 months, 1 week ago

S Sreesanth Interview: Hardik Pandya will be like Yuvraj Singh of 2011 in 2024 T20 World Cup, says ex-India pacer

Firstpost  

In an exclusive chat with Firstpost, Sreesanth heaped praise on the Indian bowling department for their stellar display in the T20 World Cup so far India all-rounder Hardik Pandya bounced back to form with bat as well as with ball in the ongoing T20 World Cup after a sub-par run in his maiden IPL season as Mumbai Indians captain. AP …

Indian team for T20 World Cup: Who will keep wickets, can Dube pip Hardik, Kuldeep or Chahal?
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Indian team for T20 World Cup: Who will keep wickets, can Dube pip Hardik, Kuldeep or Chahal?

The Hindu  

As Dinesh Karthik kept clearing the fence in an Indian Premier League fixture against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, his old friend and the captain of the Indian team, Rohit Sharma, walked up to him, applauded, and said in jest, “ World Cup ke selection ke liye push karna hai isko, shabash! Rohit’s words were significant, with the T20 …

'Best ever chance' - AB de Villiers backs India to end their wait for Test series win in South Africa
1 year ago

'Best ever chance' - AB de Villiers backs India to end their wait for Test series win in South Africa

India TV News  

Indian cricket team will be looking to finish the year 2023 on high as they clash against South Africa in the first Test match in Centurion starting on December 26. India suffered a 1-2 defeat in the last Test series against South Africa under Virat Kohli's leadership in January 2022. Now Rohit Sharma-led side enters this tournament after impressive performances …

Why India needs fearless batsmen for T20 success
1 year ago

Why India needs fearless batsmen for T20 success

Live Mint  

The current South Africa tour is vital for India to nail down their selection for the T20 World Cup in June. Last month’s 4-1 drubbing of Australia in a T20 series right after losing to them in the ODI World Cup final started the selection trials, so to speak. Similarly, Kohli’s 50 in 40 balls at a below-par strike rate …

Punjab, Haryana favourites in National men’s hockey championships
1 year, 1 month ago

Punjab, Haryana favourites in National men’s hockey championships

The Hindu  

Indian men’s hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh, Lalit Kumar Upadhyay, Amit Rohidas, Abhishek, and six others who had taken part in the Hangzhou Asian Games will be competing for different states in the 13th Hockey India Senior National men’s hockey championship to be held at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium here from November 17 to 28. Host Tamil Nadu, last year’s …

Hockey India announces team for FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2023
1 year, 1 month ago

Hockey India announces team for FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2023

The Hindu  

Hockey India on Tuesday named the Indian team for the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2023, set to take place from December 5th to 16th in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. READ | Rani’s example motivated me during hard times, says Indian junior women’s hockey team forward Annu The quarterfinals are slated for December 12th, followed by the semifinals on December …

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: India’s ‘best ever XI’ won’t daunt New Zealand
1 year, 1 month ago

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: India’s ‘best ever XI’ won’t daunt New Zealand

Al Jazeera  

India have ‘no chinks in their armour’ but New Zealand won’t be daunted by the hosts in the semifinal at Wankhede Stadium, James Franklin tells Al Jazeera. Former New Zealand all-rounder James Franklin says his compatriots won’t be daunted by the “best” India side in history when they face the hosts for a place in the ICC Cricket World Cup …

World Cup 2023: India look to continue winning run as they face South Africa in top of the table clash in Kolkata
1 year, 1 month ago

World Cup 2023: India look to continue winning run as they face South Africa in top of the table clash in Kolkata

India Today  

India is all set to take on high-flying South Africa as they look to continue their winning run in the ongoing ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023: Full Coverage India, who sit atop the World Cup 2023 points table with 14 points from the opening seven matches, will lock horns with the Proteas, who …

India vs Pakistan: India showed why they're such strong contenders to win the World Cup, says Dinesh Karthik
1 year, 2 months ago

India vs Pakistan: India showed why they're such strong contenders to win the World Cup, says Dinesh Karthik

India Today  

Veteran India wicket-keeping batter Dinesh Karthik has said that India showed why they are such strong contenders to win the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup with their thumping win against Pakistan. ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023: Full Coverage Speaking to Sky Sports, Karthik said India showed why they're such a strong side and such strong contenders to win the …

India Preview, World Cup 2023: Yes, Rohit Sharma's men are favourites. Can they handle the pressure?
1 year, 2 months ago

India Preview, World Cup 2023: Yes, Rohit Sharma's men are favourites. Can they handle the pressure?

Firstpost  

Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan could be game-changers for India as Men In Blue look to end their ICC title drought. World Cup 2023: News | Schedule | Results | Points table Since the last World Cup, India have lost only seven times in the 27 ODIs they’ve played at home. They’ve scored 350+ eight times since the last World …

Adapting to the conditions will be crucial for India in ODI World Cup 2023: Zaheer Khan
1 year, 2 months ago

Adapting to the conditions will be crucial for India in ODI World Cup 2023: Zaheer Khan

The Hindu  

Zaheer Khan was one of the architects of India’s historic title win in the 2011 ODI World Cup. The pace ace spearheaded the team’s fast bowling department and put up one of the greatest performances in the history of the tournament - claiming 21 wickets in nine matches. In an interaction organised by Booking.com - the accommodation partner for the …

Kapil Dev predicts India to win 2023 World Cup, hails Shubman Gill
1 year, 3 months ago

Kapil Dev predicts India to win 2023 World Cup, hails Shubman Gill

The Hindu  

Former captain Kapil Dev believes India is ready to win the ODI World Cup at home but he doesn’t want to put the favourite tag on the hosts as a lot would depend on luck. I feel so happy that nowadays in all continents our fast bowlers are taking all 10 wickets, that’s the cherry on the cake,” said India’s …

King’s Cup 2023: India aims to find its next No. 9 without Sunil Chhetri with FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers ahead
1 year, 3 months ago

King’s Cup 2023: India aims to find its next No. 9 without Sunil Chhetri with FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers ahead

The Hindu  

When Sunil Chhetri, a 39-year-old forward, outweighs every national team forward in terms of fitness and goal-poaching, it is an obvious problem Igor Stimac and his team would like to think ahead about. I think it’s a great opportunity for the team to perform at the King’s Cup”Robin Singh on India’s chances at the King’s Cup 2023 Chhetri has requested …

India men's hockey team boosts to no.3 position in FIH rankings after Asian Champions Trophy 2023 triumph
1 year, 4 months ago

India men's hockey team boosts to no.3 position in FIH rankings after Asian Champions Trophy 2023 triumph

India TV News  

India men's hockey recorded a stunning comeback win against Malaysia in the Asian Champions Trophy 2023 final on Saturday, August 13. India's unbeaten run at the Asian Champions Trophy 2023 has slightly pushed them past England with 2771.35 points with eight points lead. Top 5 teams in men's FIH Rankings: Netherlands - 3095.90 points Belgium - 2917.87 points India - …

‘World Cup is coming…’: Rohit Sharma clears air on retirement question from T20
1 year, 4 months ago

‘World Cup is coming…’: Rohit Sharma clears air on retirement question from T20

Live Mint  

Team India is preparing for multiple big tournaments in the coming future and the excitement doesn't stop with ICC World Cup 2023 as next year United States of America and West Indies will host the T20 World Cup. The high-voltage tournaments are coming when Team India is in transformation mode with senior players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli taking …

Asian Champions Trophy Hockey 2023: Acid test for India ahead of Asian Games
1 year, 4 months ago

Asian Champions Trophy Hockey 2023: Acid test for India ahead of Asian Games

The Hindu  

Craig Fulton has already experienced a lot since the beginning of the year: a heartbreaking World Cup final defeat with Belgium, the intensity and passion of Indian fans as a neutral, a completely different culture with his appointment as India’s chief coach, and some tough outings in the FIH Pro League as he comes to terms with the resources and …

ISL 2022-23: ‘Hungry’ Odisha eyes win against stuttering Chennaiyin
1 year, 10 months ago

ISL 2022-23: ‘Hungry’ Odisha eyes win against stuttering Chennaiyin

The Hindu  

Josep Gombau — in his final season as Odisha FC head coach in 2020 — had missed the playoffs by four points. Odisha sits seventh in the table, five points ahead of Chennaiyin and — under the new playoff rules — has a more realistic chance to make it to the knockouts from here. Succeeding Bozidar Bandovic as CFC head …

Hockey World Cup 2023: India hoping to neutralise counterattacks in South Africa
1 year, 10 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: India hoping to neutralise counterattacks in South Africa

The Hindu  

ROURKELA India managed to tick a lot of the right boxes in the 8-0 thrashing of Japan a couple of nights ago. Now with a chance to seal the 9th place, India will take on South Africa here at the Birsa Munda International Stadium on Saturday. India vs South Africa, Hockey World Cup 2023, 9-12 classification: Preview, squads, head-to-head record, …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Indian midfielder Hardik Singh pens emotional note after being ruled out of tournament
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Indian midfielder Hardik Singh pens emotional note after being ruled out of tournament

Firstpost  

Indian men’s hockey midfielder Hardik Singh took to social media on Saturday to express his dissatisfaction and disappointment over being ruled out of the ongoing FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup due to a hamstring injury. Indian men’s hockey team midfielder Hardik Singh has been ruled out of the ongoing FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup in Odisha after sustaining a hamstring …

India midfielder Hardik Singh ruled out of Hockey World Cup, to be replaced by Raj Kumar Pal
1 year, 11 months ago

India midfielder Hardik Singh ruled out of Hockey World Cup, to be replaced by Raj Kumar Pal

The Hindu  

Ahead of India’s crucial crossover match against New Zealand on Sunday, Hockey India announced the replacement of charismatic midfielder Hardik Singh who sustained a hamstring injury during India’s match against England on 15th January. Having rested the youngster for the match against Wales, and subsequent assessment, Hardik has now been ruled out of the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup …

Hockey World Cup 2023 HIGHLIGHTS: India finishes 2nd in Pool D; Netherlands, England, Malaysia win
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023 HIGHLIGHTS: India finishes 2nd in Pool D; Netherlands, England, Malaysia win

The Hindu  

Thanks for tuning in to Sportstar’s HIGHLIGHTS of the Hockey World Cup 2023 - Day 7 in Bhubaneswar and Rourkela. Netherlands vs Chiles 🚨Netherlands went past Australia's record of most goals scored by a team in a single world cup match when they scored their 13th goal against Chile at #HWC2023 🔗https://t.co/G2uAGBpqjV I #HockeyWorldCup2023pic.twitter.com/D9dzYF6Rf4 — Sportstar January 19, 2023 In …

Belgium Player Calls India Hosting 2023 Hockey World Cup 'Shameful And Unfair Call'
1 year, 11 months ago

Belgium Player Calls India Hosting 2023 Hockey World Cup 'Shameful And Unfair Call'

ABP News  

Men's Hockey World Cup 2023 in India: The 2023 edition of FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup has run into controversy just two days after its inaugural match. A massive controversy erupted after Belgium player Elliot Van Strydonck called India hosting the Men's Hockey World Cup 2023 a 'shameful and unfair call'. Notably, Belgium are the defending World Champions and one …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Virat Kohli Leads Indian Cricket Fraternity In Wishing Indian Hockey Team Good Luck Ahead Of Their Opener
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Virat Kohli Leads Indian Cricket Fraternity In Wishing Indian Hockey Team Good Luck Ahead Of Their Opener

ABP News  

The Hockey World Cup 2023 began in Bhubaneshwar with Argentina taking on South Africa in the first game of the match. Other than India and Spain, England and Wales are also part of Pool D. Prior to India's first match at the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup, members of the Indian cricket fraternity took to social media to wish the …

FIH World Cup 2023: Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar Lead Wishes For Indian Team Ahead of Showpiece Event
1 year, 11 months ago

FIH World Cup 2023: Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar Lead Wishes For Indian Team Ahead of Showpiece Event

News 18  

Ahead of the Indian national hockey team’s inaugural match at FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023, Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, and many other icons wished the hosts good luck before they face off against Spain. Former Indian skipper Virat, along with legends such as Sachin Tendulkar, and Gautam Gambhir as well as Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri took to …

Hockey World Cup 2023, HIGHLIGHTS: India beats Spain 2-0; England, Australia, Argentina win opening fixtures
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023, HIGHLIGHTS: India beats Spain 2-0; England, Australia, Argentina win opening fixtures

The Hindu  

Hello and welcome to Sportstar’s LIVE Coverage of the Hockey World Cup 2023- Day 1, taking place in Bhubaneswar- Rourkela! The team put up a crowdfunding appeal to be able to make it to India and one of the contributors is Max Caldas, coach of the Spain team which will take on Wales this weekend in Rourkela ♥️ ✍️ @aashin23 …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Which position did Indian team finish in 2018 Bhubaneswar edition?
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Which position did Indian team finish in 2018 Bhubaneswar edition?

The Hindu  

India hosted the World Cup in 2018 in Odisha’s Bhubaneswar, and the team got an automatic qualification for the quadrennial tournament. With home support behind the ‘Men in Blue’, India was expected to make a daring attempt at winning the title. RELATED HOCKEY WORLD CUP COVERAGE It ended the group stage at the top spot and made it to the …

FIH World Cup 2023: Full Squad List of All Teams Participating at the Odisha Showpiece
1 year, 11 months ago

FIH World Cup 2023: Full Squad List of All Teams Participating at the Odisha Showpiece

News 18  

The highly anticipated FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup will get underway on January 13 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. Harmanpreet Singh-led Indian team are being touted as one of the favourites to clinch the coveted World Cup. With players like Tim Howard, Aran Zalewski and Blake Govers in its ranks, Australia may well go all the way at the …

Hockey World Cup at home a great chance for India, says MM Somaya
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup at home a great chance for India, says MM Somaya

Hindustan Times  

For the current Indian hockey bunch of Olympic medal winners, the home World Cup this month might be the best shot at success in the showcase event, 1980 Moscow Olympics gold medallist MM Somaya said on Wednesday. The Tokyo Olympics bronze in 2021 though has been a shot in the arm India haven't had much World Cup joy since winning …

FIH World Cup 2023: A Look at India's Overall Performance at the Hockey Showpiece
1 year, 11 months ago

FIH World Cup 2023: A Look at India's Overall Performance at the Hockey Showpiece

News 18  

The Indian team are all set to begin their Men’s Hockey World Cup campaign on Friday with a match against Spain. As India aim to lift the Men’s Hockey World Cup trophy for the second time, it is time to take a look at their overall performance in the showpiece event. In the last Men’s World Cup edition, India crashed …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Pakistan Great Hassan Sardar Reckons Current Indian Side 'More Matured' Than Teams Of Past
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Pakistan Great Hassan Sardar Reckons Current Indian Side 'More Matured' Than Teams Of Past

ABP News  

New Delhi, Jan 11: He used to be a resident threat to Indian hockey teams of late '70s and early '80s but Hassan Sardar, Pakistan's master centre forward of yesteryears is amazed to see the maturity shown by the national team from the neighbouring nation in recent years. Olympic gold medallist Sardar, who mesmerized the Indian hockey loving public with …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Top Five Indian Players To Watch Out For In Tournament
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Top Five Indian Players To Watch Out For In Tournament

ABP News  

Hockey World Cup 2023: The countdown for the much-awaited Hockey World Cup 2023 has begun. Ahead of the tournament, let's have a look at the top five Indian hockey players to watch out for in Hockey World Cup 2023. Harmanpreet Singh Team India's penalty corner specialist Harmanpreet Singh, who was also part of the India's Hockey World Cup team in …

FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023 Bhubaneswar-Rourkela: Pool A Preview
1 year, 11 months ago

FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023 Bhubaneswar-Rourkela: Pool A Preview

News 18  

The 16 best men’s teams from around the world are converging in Odisha, India as we countdown to the final few days till the start of the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023. France In 2018, France arrived in Bhubaneswar for their first FIH Men’s World Cup for 28 years, with their last appearance coming at 1990 competition in …

Odisha CM Patnaik announces award of Rs 1 crore for each player if India lifts Hockey World Cup
1 year, 11 months ago

Odisha CM Patnaik announces award of Rs 1 crore for each player if India lifts Hockey World Cup

The Hindu  

Ahead of the FIH men’s hockey World Cup 2023, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Thursday announced award of Rs one crore for each player if India won the World Cup title. Today, Chief Minister @Naveen_Odisha interacted with the National Men's Hockey Team who are accommodated at the World Cup Village & announced an award of Rs 1 Cr for …

Hockey World Cup 2023: India ready for Spain challenge, says forward Sukhjeet
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: India ready for Spain challenge, says forward Sukhjeet

The Hindu  

The Indian men’s Hockey team is set to open its campaign at FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup in Rourkela against Spain on January 13th. With just a few days left for the start of hockey’s biggest tournament, forward Sukhjeet Singh said that the team is raring to go. I am really excited to play as not only is this …

FIH World Cup 2023: Hockey India Announces Cash Prize to Boost Morale
1 year, 11 months ago

FIH World Cup 2023: Hockey India Announces Cash Prize to Boost Morale

News 18  

Hockey India on Wednesday announced cash prizes for the Indian team and support staff ahead of next month’s FIH men’s World Cup in Bhubaneswar-Rourkela. India will begin their campaign against Spain on January 13 and HI decided to reward the team members with Rs 25 lakh each and the support staff with Rs 5 lakh each for a gold medal-winning …

FIH World Cup 2023: Indian Men's Hockey Team Land in Odisha Ahead of Tournament
1 year, 11 months ago

FIH World Cup 2023: Indian Men's Hockey Team Land in Odisha Ahead of Tournament

News 18  

Ahead of the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023, the Indian men’s hockey team arrived at the Biju Patnaik International Airport on Tuesday morning. We do not know when the World Cup will be again organised in India, so it is our target to give our best in this World Cup.” The Indian hockey team vice-captain Amit Rohidas said …

FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023 Trophy reaches Odisha after nationwide tour
1 year, 11 months ago

FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023 Trophy reaches Odisha after nationwide tour

The Hindu  

The FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023 trophy made its way back to Odisha on Sunday after a successful nationwide tour. Addressing the Trophy Tour, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Odisha, Shri Naveen Patnaik, said, “We congratulate Hockey India for their tremendous efforts in organising the nationwide trophy tour on such a large scale. We are confident that the FIH Odisha …

Harmanpreet Singh to Lead Indian Men's Hockey Team at FIH World Cup
2 years ago

Harmanpreet Singh to Lead Indian Men's Hockey Team at FIH World Cup

News 18  

Drag-flicker Harmanpreet Singh has been named as captain and Amit Rohidas as vice-captain of the Indian men’s hockey team for next month’s FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023 Bhubaneswar-Rourkela. Captain Harmanpreet Singh and his deputy Amit Rohidas will spearhead the defence along with Surender Kumar, Varun Kumar, Jarmanpreet Singh and Nilam Sanjeep Xess. Talking about the team selection, chief …

Hockey World Cup 2023: India announces 18-member squad, Harmanpreet Singh named captain
2 years ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: India announces 18-member squad, Harmanpreet Singh named captain

The Hindu  

Hockey India, on Friday, announced an 18-member Indian squad for the FIH men’s World Cup scheduled for January 2023 in Bhubaneswar-Rourkela, Odisha. India, the Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist, will look to end its 47-year drought for the World Cup. Sreejesh, who will be playing his fourth World Cup and his third on home soil, has been chosen as India’s first-choice …

Indian Men's Hockey Team is Confident, Has Quality Players to Shine in World Cup: Dilip Tirkey
2 years ago

Indian Men's Hockey Team is Confident, Has Quality Players to Shine in World Cup: Dilip Tirkey

News 18  

Legendary defender Dilip Tirkey believes the current Indian hockey team has quality players who can reclaim the world title after a gap of 47 years. I am confident they will do well in the World Cup,” said Tirkey, who is also the Hockey India president. The team has quality players.” Tirkey, a former India captain who was part of the …

Dilip Tirkey: Confident Indian men’s hockey team will shine in World Cup
2 years ago

Dilip Tirkey: Confident Indian men’s hockey team will shine in World Cup

The Hindu  

Legendary defender Dilip Tirkey believes the current Indian men’s hockey team has quality players who can reclaim the world title after a gap of 47 years. I am confident they will do well in the World Cup,” said Tirkey, who is currently the Hockey India president. The team has quality players.” Tirkey, a former India captain who was part of …

Hockey World Cup: If India Can Cope With The Enormous Pressure, They've a Really Good Chance to Win
2 years ago

Hockey World Cup: If India Can Cope With The Enormous Pressure, They've a Really Good Chance to Win

News 18  

With just three weeks to go for the start of the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023 Bhubaneswar-Rourkela, Dutch drag-flick expert Bram Lomans has picked hosts India among the favourites to win their second title to add to the one they bagged in 1975. “I think if India can cope with the enormous pressure, and if the players do …

Specialised Camp for Team India Dragflickers, Goalies Ahead of FIH Hockey World Cup 2023
2 years ago

Specialised Camp for Team India Dragflickers, Goalies Ahead of FIH Hockey World Cup 2023

News 18  

Hosts India will undergo a week-long specialised drag-flick and goalkeeping camp from Wednesday at the SAI Centre in Bengaluru as part of their preparation for next month’s FIH men’s World Cup. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot While Lomans will work …

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