Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Harmanpreet to lead India in Hockey World Cup
India's hockey team is going to the World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands.
They are led by Harmanpreet Singh and have a mix of experienced players and young talent.
The team is in Pool D and will play against Wales, England, and Pakistan in the group stage.
They haven't won the World Cup in 50 years, but they are hopeful this time.
The coach says the team is focused on one game at a time.
The team includes goalkeepers Mohith HS and Suraj Karkera, defenders like Harmanpreet Singh and Amit Rohidas, midfielders such as Manpreet Singh and Hardik Singh, and forwards like Mandeep Singh and Dilpreet Singh.
India's 20-member hockey squad, led by Harmanpreet Singh, is set to participate in the FIH Hockey World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands.
The World Cup will be held from August 15 to 30, with India in Pool D against Wales, England, and Pakistan.
The squad includes experienced players like Manpreet Singh and promising youngsters.
Goalkeeping duties will be shared by Mohith HS and Suraj Karkera.
Head coach Craig Fulton believes the team has the right balance to challenge for the title.
- Who
- India's 20-member hockey squad, led by Harmanpreet Singh
- What
- Participation in the FIH Hockey World Cup
- When
- August 15 to 30
- Where
- Belgium and Netherlands
- Why
- To end a 50-year wait for the title
Optimistic View
Skeptical View
Team's Chances
Optimistic View
The team has a balanced mix of experience and youth, which increases their chances of winning.
Skeptical View
The team has not reached the podium in 50 years, indicating a significant challenge ahead.
- Tournament
- FIH Hockey World Cup
- Dates
- August 15 to 30
- Venues
- Belgium and Netherlands
- India's Group
- Pool D
- Group Stage Matches
- Wales (August 15), England (August 17), Pakistan (August 19)
- Last World Cup Win
- 1975