India announces squad for FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup 2025-26

Key facts

• Hockey India announced the Indian Women’s Team for the International Hockey Federation (FIH) Hockey Women’s Nations Cup New Zealand 2025-26.
• The tournament is scheduled to be held from June 15 to 21 in Auckland, New Zealand.
• Salima Tete will continue to lead the Indian side as captain.
• India is placed in Pool A alongside Japan, United States, and Uruguay, while Pool B comprises host New Zealand, Chile, Korea, and France.
• The squad includes goalkeepers Savita and Bichu Devi Kharibam.
• The defenders are Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam, Ishika Chaudhary, Lalthantluangi, Shilpi Dabas, Jyoti, and Nikki Pradhan.
• The midfielders are Salima Tete, Neha, Sunelita Toppo, Sakshi Rana, Deepika Soreng, Sonam, and Lalremsiami.
• The forwards are Navneet Kaur, Deepika, Rutuja Dadaso Pisal, Ishika, and Annu.
• The team is managed by chief coach Marijne.
• India's match schedule includes fixtures against the USA on June 15, Japan on June 16, and Uruguay on June 18.