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India Gazette
25-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team beats Chile 2-1 in Four Nations Tournament
New Delhi [India], May 25 (ANI): The Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team began its friendly Four Nations Tournament on a positive note with a 2-1 win over Chile in Rosario, Argentina, on May 25. Sukhveer Kaur (39') and Kanika Siwach (58') were the goal scorers for India. Javeria Saenz (20') scored the only goal for Chile, as per the Hockey India press release. Chile's Javeria Saenz broke the deadlock In the 20th minute to give her side a slim lead heading into the second half. India, however, promptly replied with an equalising goal in the third quarter courtesy of Sukhveer Kaur in the 39th minute. In the dying minutes of the match, Kanika Siwach scored the winning goal in the 58th minute to ensure India's victory. The team will next play against Uruguay on 26th May 2025 Scheduled to be held from May 25 to June 2, the tournament will feature four countries -- Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and India. As part of their preparation for the FIH Hockey Junior Women's World Cup in December, the Indian team will play two matches against each of the participating nations to evaluate their performance, assess team combinations, and refine strategies, Hockey India said in the release. The Indian squad is been led by goalkeeper Nidhi, while forward Hina Bano will serve as the vice-captain. The selected team includes Engil Harsha Rani Minz as the second goalkeeper, while Vidyashree V has been named as a standby. The defensive unit comprises Mamita Oram, Lalthantluangi, Manisha, Puja Sahoo, Parwati Topno, Nandini, and Sakshi Shukla. The midfield will feature Priyanka Yadav, Anisha Sahu, Rajni Kerketta, Binima Dhan, Khaidem Shileima Chanu, Sanjana Horo, Supriya Kujur, and Priyanka Dogra, with Huda Khan and Munmuni Das listed as standby midfielders. The forward line includes Hina Bano, Sonam, Sukhveer Kaur, Geeta Yadav, Lalrinpuii, Kanika Siwach, and Karmanpreet Kaur, while Selestina Horo has been named as a standby forward. (ANI)
India Gazette
22-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Indian Junior Women's Hockey team leaves for Four Nations Tournament in Argentina
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 22 (ANI): The Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team left from Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru, in the early hours of Wednesday for the Four Nations Tournament in Rosario, Argentina. The friendly tournament, part of the team's preparation for the FIH Hockey Junior Women's World Cup in December, will feature Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile alongside India, as the teams battle it for top honours, as per the Hockey India press release. Scheduled from May 25 to June 2, the Four Nations Tournament will see the Indian team play two matches against each of the participating nations. The tournament aims to help the team evaluate their performance, test combinations, and refine strategies ahead of the World Cup. The Indian squad, coached by Tushar Khandker, will be led by goalkeeper Nidhi as Captain, while forward Hina Bano will serve as Vice-Captain. India will open their campaign against Chile on 25 May, followed by a match against Uruguay on 26 May. On 28 May, India will face hosts Argentina, completing the first round of fixtures. Speaking before the team's departure, Captain Nidhi said, 'The Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team is excited about the upcoming Four Nations Tournament in Argentina. We have been working hard in training, and we hope our efforts reflect in the matches. Playing against stronger opponents will only help us improve. We are confident in our abilities and look forward to the upcoming games.' (ANI)
India Gazette
17-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Indian Junior Women's Hockey squad announced for Four Nations Tournament in Argentina
New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): Hockey India has announced the 24-member Junior Women's Hockey Team that will participate in the upcoming Four Nations Tournament in Rosario, Argentina, as per a press release. Scheduled to be held from May 25 to June 2, the tournament will feature four countries -- Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and India. As part of their preparation for the FIH Hockey Junior Women's World Cup in December, the Indian team will play two matches against each of the participating nations to evaluate their performance, assess team combinations, and refine strategies, Hockey India said in the release. The Indian squad will be led by goalkeeper Nidhi, while forward Hina Bano will serve as the vice-captain. The selected team includes Engil Harsha Rani Minz as the second goalkeeper, while Vidyashree V has been named as a standby. The defensive unit comprises Mamita Oram, Lalthantluangi, Manisha, Puja Sahoo, Parwati Topno, Nandini, and Sakshi Shukla. The midfield will feature Priyanka Yadav, Anisha Sahu, Rajni Kerketta, Binima Dhan, Khaidem Shileima Chanu, Sanjana Horo, Supriya Kujur, and Priyanka Dogra, with Huda Khan and Munmuni Das listed as standby midfielders. The forward line includes Hina Bano, Sonam, Sukhveer Kaur, Geeta Yadav, Lalrinpuii, Kanika Siwach, and Karmanpreet Kaur, while Selestina Horo has been named as a standby forward. Speaking about the squad selection, Indian Junior Women's Hockey team coach Tushar Khandker said, as quoted by the Hockey India press release, 'We are looking to identify our best players from this squad, especially with the Junior World Cup just six months away. This tour will provide valuable international exposure and experience for the players. In the long term, we are also preparing them for a smooth transition to the senior team. That transition is only possible if they perform well in major tournaments like the World Cup, which makes this tour extremely important.' (ANI)
News18
17-05-2025
- Sport
- News18
HI Names 24-Member Junior Women's Hockey Unit For Four Nations Tournament
Published By : IANS Last Updated: The tournament will feature four countries, Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and India, and will serve as preparation for the FIH Hockey Junior Women's World Cup in December. Hockey India has announced the 24-member junior women's team that will participate in the upcoming Four Nations Tournament in Rosario, Argentina, from May 25 to June 2. The tournament will feature four countries – Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and India. As part of their preparation for the FIH Hockey Junior Women's World Cup in December, the Indian team will play two matches against each of the participating nations to evaluate their performance, assess team combinations, and refine strategies. The Indian squad will be led by goalkeeper Nidhi, who has been named the captain while forward Hina Bano will serve as the Vice-Captain. The selected team includes Engil Harsha Rani Minz as the second goalkeeper, while Vidyashree V has been named as a standby. The defensive unit comprises Mamita Oram, Lalthantluangi, Manisha, Puja Sahoo, Parwati Topno, Nandini, and Sakshi Shukla. The midfield will feature Priyanka Yadav, Anisha Sahu, Rajni Kerketta, Binima Dhan, Khaidem Shileima Chanu, Sanjana Horo, Supriya Kujur, and Priyanka Dogra, with Huda Khan and Munmuni Das listed as standby midfielders. The forward line includes Hina Bano, Sonam, Sukhveer Kaur, Geeta Yadav, Lalrinpuii, Kanika Siwach and Karmanpreet Kaur, while Selestina Horo has been named as a standby forward. Speaking about the squad selection, Indian junior women's team coach Tushar Khandker said, 'We are looking to identify our best players from this squad, especially with the Junior World Cup just six months away. This tour will provide valuable international exposure and experience for the players. In the long term, we are also preparing them for a smooth transition to the senior team. That transition is only possible if they perform well in major tournaments like the World Cup, which makes this tour extremely important." India will take on Chile in their opening match of the tournament on May 25.
United News of India
17-05-2025
- Sport
- United News of India
Hockey India announces 24-member Junior Team for four Nations Tournament in Argentina
New Delhi, May 17 (UNI) Hockey India has announced the 24-member Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team that will participate in the upcoming Four Nations Tournament in Rosario, Argentina. Scheduled to be held from May 25 to June 2, the tournament will feature four countries — Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and India. As part of their preparation for the FIH Hockey Junior Women's World Cup in December, the Indian team will play two matches against each of the participating nations to evaluate their performance, assess team combinations, and refine strategies. The Indian squad will be led by goalkeeper Nidhi, who has been named the Captain, while forward Hina Bano will serve as the Vice-Captain. The selected team includes Engil Harsha Rani Minz as the second goalkeeper, while Vidyashree V has been named as a standby. The defensive unit comprises Mamita Oram, Lalthantluangi, Manisha, Puja Sahoo, Parwati Topno, Nandini, and Sakshi Shukla. The midfield will feature Priyanka Yadav, Anisha Sahu, Rajni Kerketta, Binima Dhan, Khaidem Shileima Chanu, Sanjana Horo, Supriya Kujur, and Priyanka Dogra, with Huda Khan and Munmuni Das listed as standby midfielders. The forward line includes Hina Bano, Sonam, Sukhveer Kaur, Geeta Yadav, Lalrinpuii, Kanika Siwach, and Karmanpreet Kaur, while Selestina Horo has been named as a standby forward. Speaking about the squad selection, Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team Coach Tushar Khandker said, 'We are looking to identify our best players from this squad, especially with the Junior World Cup just six months away. This tour will provide valuable international exposure and experience for the players. In the long term, we are also preparing them for a smooth transition to the senior team. That transition is only possible if they perform well in major tournaments like the World Cup, which makes this tour extremely important.' The Four Nations Tournament will begin on May 25 (IST), with India facing Chile in their opening match. UNI BM
