Hockey India Announces 18-Member Squad for Men’s Asia Cup 2025 in Rajgir, Bihar

India announces men’s squad for Men’s Asia Cup 2025 in Rajgir

• Event: Men’s Asia Cup 2025 scheduled from 29 August to 7 September 2025 in Rajgir, Bihar.
• Pool Placement: India in Pool A with Japan, China, and Kazakhstan.
  • Matches: vs China (29 Aug), vs Japan (31 Aug), vs Kazakhstan (1 Sep).
• Indian Squad: 18-member team led by veteran drag-flicker Harmanpreet Singh.
  • Squad combines experienced players across all positions for balance and leadership.
• Coach’s Statement: Craig Fulton emphasized the squad’s experience, ability under pressure, and unity.
• Significance:
  • Asia Cup serves as a qualifier for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 in Belgium and the Netherlands.
  • Highlights India’s strategic preparation for international hockey tournaments.
  • Reinforces the importance of team balance, leadership, and performance under pressure.
    
    Updated - August 21, 2025 7:01 AM | News On Air