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Business Standard
4 days ago
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- Business Standard
India vs Australia hockey full schedule, dates, time (IST), live streaming
India's preparations for the all-important Asia Cup 2025 will get a solid test as the men's hockey team heads Down Under for a four-match series against Australia from August 15 to 21 at the Perth Hockey Stadium. Ranked eighth in the world, India will face sixth-ranked Australia in what promises to be a fiercely competitive bilateral series. The matches are scheduled for August 15, 16, 19, and 21, and will serve not only as a high-level tune-up for the upcoming continental championship in Bihar but also as a chance for key players to make their case for final selection. This series comes just weeks after both sides locked horns in the FIH Pro League 2024–25, where Australia narrowly edged out India 3–2 in both legs. However, India will take confidence from their historic 3–2 win over the Kookaburras at the 2024 Paris Olympics — their first Olympic win over Australia since 1972. While Australia have dominated the head-to-head record in the past decade, winning 35 of their 51 meetings since 2013, the recent games have shown India closing the gap. Chief Coach Craig Fulton has called the tour a 'crucial test', confirming that team selection for the Asia Cup will be finalised during the series. India vs Australia hockey series: Full schedule India vs Australia hockey series: Live streaming and telecast details When will the Indian hockey team's tour of Australia begin? The Indian hockey team's four-match series against Australia will begin on Friday, August 15. What will be the venue for the India vs Australia hockey series? All the matches of the four-match hockey series between India and Australia will be played at the Perth Hockey Stadium. What time will the India vs Australia hockey series matches begin? All the matches of the four-match hockey series between India and Australia will begin at 3:30 PM IST. Where to watch the live telecast of the India vs Australia hockey series? The live telecast details of the India vs Australia hockey series have not been announced yet. The live streaming details of the India vs Australia hockey series have not been announced yet.
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.
