India Prepares for 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup in Belgium and Netherlands
The 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup, co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands from August 15 to 30, features 16 men's and women's teams competing in a new format emphasizing consistent performance. India’s men, led by captain Harmanpreet Singh and coached by Craig Fulton, aim to end a 51-year World Cup medal drought, starting their campaign against Wales. The women's team, captained by Salima Tete, seeks to improve on past finishes. Both teams are in Pool D, facing strong opponents including Pakistan and England. Matches will be broadcast on Star Sports and streamed on JioHotstar.
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