Nov 30, 2023
“Harmanpreet Singh Leads India in 5 Nations Tournament”
In a heart-pounding revelation, Hockey India proudly presents the 24-member Indian Men’s Hockey Team, ready to storm the highly anticipated 5 Nations Tournament in Valencia, Spain, slated from December 15 to 22. This high-octane event, a curtain-raiser to the 2023-24 FIH Hockey Pro League, promises a spellbinding spectacle as India takes on hosts Spain, Germany, France, and Belgium.
Guided by the indomitable Harmanpreet Singh, the squad boasts a masterful blend of seasoned luminaries and emerging talents. Harmanpreet’s deputy role is entrusted to the dynamic duo of Sumit and Amit Rohidas, injecting layers of leadership depth into the team’s fabric.
The goalkeeping trinity welcomes the return of Suraj Karkera alongside stalwarts PR Sreejesh and Krishan B Pathak. The defensive fortitude, marshaled by Captain Harmanpreet Singh, features an impregnable assembly, including Jarmanpreet Singh, Jugraj Singh, Amit Rohidas, Varun Kumar, Sumit, Sanjay, and Nilam Sanjeep Xess.
The midfield unveils the stellar talents of Vivek Sagar Prasad, Nilakanta Sharma, Rajkumar Pal, Shamsher Singh, and the rising stars Yashdeep Siwach and Rabichandra Singh Moirangthem.
The forward line sparks with the scintillating presence of Mandeep Singh, Abhishek, Sukhjeet Singh, Lalit Kumar Upadhyay, Karthi Selvam, Dilpreet Singh, and Akashdeep Singh.
Coach Craig Fulton expresses infectious enthusiasm about the well-calibrated squad, stating, “We are marching in with a well-balanced side, featuring a compelling mix of youth and experience. The tournament serves as an excellent platform to experiment with different strategies and adapt on the fly. It also provides our younger talents an incredible stage to showcase their skills and navigate the pressure of facing top global teams.”
With pivotal months ahead in the team’s Olympic odyssey, Fulton underscores the paramount importance of a meticulous process as they gear up for the Paris 2024 Olympics.
This announcement not only sets the stage for a gripping display of skill and determination on the global hockey canvas but also ignites the fervor of fans worldwide.
