Hockey India on Friday announced a 20-member squad for the upcoming FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup, with midfielder Salima Tete to lead the side.
The World Cup, which will be hosted jointly by the Netherlands and Belgium, is scheduled to be held from August 15 to 30.
Speaking about the squad, which is currently training at the national camp in Bengaluru, coach Sjoerd Marijne said, “We have chosen a well-balanced group of players who are ready for the big challenges we will face this summer. The team has worked hard in the lead-up to the tournament and we are confident in this group’s abilities. We look forward to competing against the best teams in the world and showcasing our hockey on the biggest stage.”
Last month, India had won the FIH Nations Cup in New Zealand, with an unbeaten run.
In the World Cup, India has been drawn in Pool D, alongside China, England and South Africa. It will play all its pool-stage matches at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, Netherlands, and will open its campaign against China on August 16, followed by matches against South Africa on August 18 and England on August 20.
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Published on Jul 17, 2026