India’s Squad Unveiled: A Blend of Youth and Experience Set to Showcase Their Skills in the Asian Champions Trophy, A Pivotal Tournament Preceding the Hangzhou Asian Games and Paris Olympic Games 2024

Hockey India has disclosed its line-up for the imminent Asian Champions Trophy contest, set to take place in Chennai from the 3rd to the 12th of August. This edition of the competition promises to be particularly intense, featuring six of Asia’s premier teams, including the formidable Pakistan side.

The Asian Champions Trophy is now in its seventh year and will act as a precursor to the Hangzhou Asian Games slated for September. The Asian Games carry significant weight as they offer a pathway to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

In discussing the Indian squad, Chief Coach Craig Fulton shed light on the meticulous selection process. Fulton indicated that they had focused on assembling a team that harbours the potential to impress in the Asian Champions Trophy.

The squad assembled for the imminent Chennai-based tournament features an interesting mix of both seasoned veterans and promising young talent. The team is buzzing with excitement as they prepare to kickstart their journey in the 100th Anniversary Spanish Hockey Federation International Tournament in Spain. Post the Spanish outing, the squad will be heading directly to Chennai to represent the country on home soil in the Asian Champions Trophy.

According to Fulton, the players are brimming with enthusiasm and eagerly looking forward to the opportunity to perform in front of the home crowd. The coach underscored how vital it is for the team to perform well in the Asian Champions Trophy, given the tournament’s significance in the build-up to the Paris Olympic Games 2024.