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NDTV
5 days ago
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- NDTV
Indian Men's Hockey Team To Tour Australia For Four-Match Series Next Month
As part of its preparations for the upcoming Asia Cup, the Indian men's hockey team will tour Australia for a friendly four-match series in Perth from August 15 to 21. The eighth-ranked Indian team will be playing the sixth-ranked hosts on August 15, 16, 19, and 21 at the same venue. The Asia Cup is due to be held in Rajgir, Bihar from August 29 to September 7. The continental showpiece offers a direct qualification spot for next year's FIH World Cup to the tournament winner. "This tour comes at a crucial time for us, just ahead of the Hero Asia Cup in Bihar. While these are technically friendly matches, they form a very important part of our preparation phase," India chief coach Craig Fulton said in a statement issued by Hockey India. "Playing against a team like Australia will test us in all aspects - both on the ball and off it - and that is exactly what we need to sharpen up before a major tournament," he added. Fulton said the side has completed a 10-day training block. "...the mood in the camp is upbeat as we are fully focused on what lies ahead. One of our key goals on this tour is to use the first two matches for selection purposes, while the remaining games will be played with the shortlisted squad for the Asia Cup," he said. "Our focus is firmly on moving forward -- the goal now is to prepare well and go to the Asia Cup with the intent to win it," he added. The two sides recently faced each other in the FIH Pro League in Europe, where Australia edged India 3–2 in both legs. India had scripted a 3–2 victory over the Kookaburras at last year's Paris Olympics -- their first Olympic win over Australia since the 1972 Munich Games. While recent encounters have been closely fought, Australia have historically held the edge in the rivalry, winning 35 of the 51 matches played between the two teams since 2013. India have won nine times, with seven matches ending in draws.
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Business Standard
5 days ago
- Sport
- Business Standard
Indian men's hockey team to tour Australia before Hockey Asia Cup 2025
As part of its preparations for the upcoming Asia Cup, the Indian men's hockey team will tour Australia for a friendly four-match series in Perth from August 15 to 21. The eighth-ranked Indian team will be playing the sixth-ranked hosts on August 15, 16, 19, and 21 at the same venue. The Asia Cup is due to be held in Rajgir, Bihar from August 29 to September 7. The continental showpiece offers a direct qualification spot for next year's FIH World Cup to the tournament winner. "This tour comes at a crucial time for us, just ahead of the Hero Asia Cup in Bihar. While these are technically friendly matches, they form a very important part of our preparation phase," India chief coach Craig Fulton said in a statement issued by Hockey India. "Playing against a team like Australia will test us in all aspects - both on the ball and off it - and that is exactly what we need to sharpen up before a major tournament," he added. Fulton said the side has completed a 10-day training block. "...the mood in the camp is upbeat as we are fully focused on what lies ahead. One of our key goals on this tour is to use the first two matches for selection purposes, while the remaining games will be played with the shortlisted squad for the Asia Cup," he said. "Our focus is firmly on moving forward -- the goal now is to prepare well and go to the Asia Cup with the intent to win it," he added. The two sides recently faced each other in the FIH Pro League in Europe, where Australia edged India 32 in both legs. India had scripted a 32 victory over the Kookaburras at last year's Paris Olympics -- their first Olympic win over Australia since the 1972 Munich Games. While recent encounters have been closely fought, Australia have historically held the edge in the rivalry, winning 35 of the 51 matches played between the two teams since 2013. India have won nine times, with seven matches ending in draws.
News18
5 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Indian Men's Hockey Team To Play Prep Matches In Australia For Asia Cup
Last Updated: The Indian men's hockey team will tour Australia for a four-match series in Perth from August 15-21, preparing for the Asia Cup in Rajgir, Bihar from August 29 to September 7. As part of their preparations for the upcoming Asia Cup, the Indian men's hockey team is all set to tour Australia for a friendly four-match series in Perth from August 15 to 21. Ranked eighth in the world, the Indian team will face off against the sixth-ranked Australian hosts on August 15, 16, 19, and 21 at the same venue. The Asia Cup is scheduled to take place in Rajgir, Bihar from August 29 to September 7. The continental event offers a direct qualification spot for next year's FIH World Cup to the tournament winner. 'This tour comes at a crucial time for us, just ahead of the Hero Asia Cup in Bihar. While these are technically friendly matches, they form a very important part of our preparation phase," stated India chief coach Craig Fulton in a statement released by Hockey India. 'Playing against a team like Australia will test us in all aspects – both on the ball and off it – and that is exactly what we need to sharpen up before a major tournament," he added. Fulton mentioned that the team has recently completed a 10-day training block. '…the mood in the camp is upbeat as we are fully focused on what lies ahead. One of our key goals on this tour is to use the first two matches for selection purposes, while the remaining games will be played with the shortlisted squad for the Asia Cup," he said. 'Our focus is firmly on moving forward — the goal now is to prepare well and go to the Asia Cup with the intent to win it," he concluded. The two teams recently clashed in the FIH Pro League in Europe, where Australia narrowly defeated India 3–2 in both legs. India had managed to secure a 3–2 victory over the Kookaburras at last year's Paris Olympics — their first Olympic win over Australia since the 1972 Munich Games. While recent encounters have been closely fought, Australia have historically dominated this rivalry, winning 35 of the 51 matches played between the two teams since 2013. India have emerged victorious nine times, with seven matches ending in draws. With PTI Inputs view comments First Published: July 25, 2025, 13:12 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Indian men's hockey team to tour Australia for four-match series
Ahead of the Asia Cup, the Indian men's hockey team will tour Australia for a four-match friendly series in Perth from August 15-21. Coach Craig Fulton emphasizes the tour's importance for sharpening skills before the Asia Cup in Bihar, where a World Cup qualification spot is at stake. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads New Delhi: As part of its preparations for the upcoming Asia Cup, the Indian men's hockey team will tour Australia for a friendly four-match series in Perth from August 15 to eighth-ranked Indian team will be playing the sixth-ranked hosts on August 15, 16, 19, and 21 at the same Asia Cup is due to be held in Rajgir, Bihar from August 29 to September 7. The continental showpiece offers a direct qualification spot for next year's FIH World Cup to the tournament winner."This tour comes at a crucial time for us, just ahead of the Hero Asia Cup in Bihar. While these are technically friendly matches, they form a very important part of our preparation phase," India chief coach Craig Fulton said in a statement issued by Hockey India "Playing against a team like Australia will test us in all aspects - both on the ball and off it - and that is exactly what we need to sharpen up before a major tournament," he said the side has completed a 10-day training block."...the mood in the camp is upbeat as we are fully focused on what lies ahead. One of our key goals on this tour is to use the first two matches for selection purposes, while the remaining games will be played with the shortlisted squad for the Asia Cup," he said."Our focus is firmly on moving forward -- the goal now is to prepare well and go to the Asia Cup with the intent to win it," he two sides recently faced each other in the FIH Pro League in Europe, where Australia edged India 3-2 in both legs. India had scripted a 3-2 victory over the Kookaburras at last year's Paris Olympics -- their first Olympic win over Australia since the 1972 Munich recent encounters have been closely fought, Australia have historically held the edge in the rivalry, winning 35 of the 51 matches played between the two teams since have won nine times, with seven matches ending in draws.
News18
21-07-2025
- Sport
- News18
'Not Keen To Travel To India For Asia Cup', Pakistan Hockey Federation Chief Tells FIH
Last Updated: Tariq Bugti shared PHF's reservation about travelling to India, citing the tense relationship between the countries. The Pakistan Hockey Federation has intimated the FIH that it would be difficult to send their national team across the border to Indian for the upcoming Asia Cup, due to security reasons. PHF head Tariq Bugti shared the governing body's concerns about travelling to India, citing the tense relationship between the countries following the armed conflict between the nations earlier in the year. Bugti revealed that the PHF had informed the FIH about their position ahead of the continental tournament, which also doubles as a qualifier to the FIH World Cup next year. 'We have informed them that in the existing scenario, our team will face security risks playing in India," Bugti said. 'We have informed them our players are also not keen to travel to India for the Asia Cup which is also a direct qualifying tournament," he added. Bugti added that the onus to provide security for the side rests with the FIH and the AHF for the safe passage and return of the players. 'We have asked them to let us know what guarantee is there that our players will be safe in India and will be able to focus on the tournament," he added. view comments First Published: July 21, 2025, 12:11 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
