India’s U-18 men's & women's hockey teams leave for Asia Cup in Japan

IANS | May 26, 2026 11:59 AM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) India’s U-18 men’s and women’s hockey teams have departed for Kakamigahara, Japan, ahead of the U-18 Asia Cup 2026, set to be held from May 29 to June 6. The men’s squad left from New Delhi on Monday evening, while the women’s team departed on Tuesday morning, carrying strong expectations after weeks of preparation and competitive exposure matches against Australia.

Hockey India announces Sweety Kujur-led women's squad for U18 Asia Cup

IANS | May 22, 2026 12:00 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) Hockey India on Friday announced the 18-member women’s squad that will represent the country at the upcoming U18 Asia Cup. The prestigious continental tournament will take place from May 29 to June 6 in Kakamigahara, Japan.

Hockey India announces 18-member squad for men’s U18 Asia Cup at Kakamigahara

IANS | May 21, 2026 8:37 PM

Bhopal, May 21 (IANS) Hockey India on Wednesday announced the 18-member Indian U-18 men’s squad that will represent the nation at the upcoming Men’s U18 Asia Cup 2026, the prestigious continental tournament which will be hosted from May 29 to June 6 at Kakamigahara in Japan.

Hockey: India U18 men end series with a 3-3 draw against Australia

IANS | May 20, 2026 8:36 PM

Bhopal, May 20 (IANS) The India U18 men’s hockey team ended their four-match series against Australia with a 3-3 draw at the Udhav Das Mehta (Bhai Ji) Central SAI Centre in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, on Wednesday.

Hockey: India U18 women win 4-1 against Australia in final match of the series

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:17 PM

Bhopal, May 20 (IANS) The Indian U18 women’s hockey team produced a dominant display to defeat Australia 4-1 in the fourth and final match of the series at the Udhav Das Mehta (Bhai Ji) Central SAI Centre here on Wednesday.

‘Virat Kohli lauding our fitness means a lot to hockey community,’ say Harmanpreet, Manpreet and Hardik

IANS | May 19, 2026 8:38 PM

Bengaluru, May 19 (IANS) Praise from one of the world’s most celebrated athletes has struck a special chord with Indian hockey players. Virat Kohli, the legendary Indian cricketer and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) stalwart, highlighted the extraordinary fitness standards of Indian hockey players, acknowledging the physical demands of the sport and calling attention to an often-underappreciated aspect of hockey.

Rani doing stellar job with fast-progressing U-18 group, says U-21 Women’s coach Tim White

IANS | May 19, 2026 11:30 AM

Bhopal, May 19 (IANS) Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team head coach Tim White has praised the growing talent pool in the country’s underage national pathway during his scouting visit to the ongoing India-Australia U-18 exposure series in Bhopal. White, who took charge of the U-21 national setup in Bengaluru nearly six weeks ago, emphasised the importance of building a strong connection between the youth tiers and the senior national team.

Hockey: India U18 men defeat Australia 6-3 to level series; women lose 2-1

IANS | May 18, 2026 10:34 PM

Bhopal, May 18 (IANS) The Indian U18 men’s team beat Australia 6-3 to level their series, while the India U18 women’s team lost 2-1 against the visitors at the Udhav Das Mehta (Bhai Ji) Central SAI Centre in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, on Monday.

Young talent, experienced core feature in India Women’s squad for Australia tour

IANS | May 18, 2026 1:41 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Hockey India on Monday announced the Indian Women’s Hockey Team for the upcoming Tour of Australia, scheduled from May 26 to 30 in Perth.

Hockey: India U18 men and women go down to Australia in the second match of series

IANS | May 17, 2026 10:18 PM

Bhopal, May 17 (IANS) It was a challenging day for the hosts as both the Indian U18 men’s and women's hockey teams suffered defeats against Australia U18 in their respective second matches at the Udhav Das Mehta (Bhai Ji) Central SAI Centre in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday.

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India’s U-18 men's & women's hockey teams leave for Asia Cup in Japan

Hockey India announces Sweety Kujur-led women's squad for U18 Asia Cup

Hockey India announces 18-member squad for men’s U18 Asia Cup at Kakamigahara

Hockey: India U18 men end series with a 3-3 draw against Australia

Hockey: India U18 women win 4-1 against Australia in final match of the series

‘Virat Kohli lauding our fitness means a lot to hockey community,’ say Harmanpreet, Manpreet and Hardik

Rani doing stellar job with fast-progressing U-18 group, says U-21 Women’s coach Tim White

Hockey: India U18 men defeat Australia 6-3 to level series; women lose 2-1

Young talent, experienced core feature in India Women’s squad for Australia tour

Hockey: India U18 men and women go down to Australia in the second match of series

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