FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup 2025-26.
Host city: Auckland, New Zealand.
Dates: 15 to 21 June 2026.
India’s Pool: Pool A (with Japan, USA, Uruguay).
Captain: Salima Tete.
Goalkeepers: Savita and Bichu Devi Kharibam.
First senior call-ups: Lalthantluangi (midfield) and Shilpi Dabas (forward).
Preparatory tour: 4 friendly matches in Perth, Australia. One match ended 2-2 against Australia.
FIH: International Hockey Federation (French acronym).
Nations Cup significance: Winner qualifies for FIH Hockey Pro League.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: When was the Indian women’s hockey squad announced for the FIH Nations Cup?
A: The squad was announced on 2 June 2026.
Q2: Who is the captain of the Indian team for this tournament?
A: Salima Tete is the captain.
Q3: Which pool is India placed in?
A: India is in Pool A along with Japan, the United States, and Uruguay.
Q4: Which two players received their first senior call-ups?
A: Lalthantluangi and Shilpi Dabas received their first senior national call-ups.
Q5: Where did India play its preparatory matches before the Nations Cup?
A: India played four friendly matches in Perth, Australia, including a 2-2 draw against the Australian national team.
Month: Current Affairs - Jun 02, 2026
Category: FIHNationsCup2026