Indian women's hockey drag-flicker Deepika Sehrawat expressed optimism for the upcoming season, aiming to overcome a challenging past year marked by injuries and missed qualifications. The team faced setbacks including relegation from the FIH Pro League and a loss in the Asia Cup final, impacting World Cup qualification. Head coach Harendra Singh also resigned amid allegations of an outdated coaching style. The team's focus now shifts to World Cup qualifiers in Hyderabad in March, where they must secure a top-three spot to advance.