
India eyes historic World Cup breakthrough
The Indian men’s hockey team prepares for the 2026 World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands, hoping to finally capture a title after 51 years.
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The Indian men’s hockey team prepares for the 2026 World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands, hoping to finally capture a title after 51 years.
The Indian men's hockey squad will sport orange jerseys at the upcoming FIH World Cup, a move defended as practical by the captain, while critics and former players debate the underlying motives and national symbolism.

Hockey India has revealed the roster that will represent the nation at the upcoming FIH Hockey Men’s World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands, a tournament that promises fresh challenges and historic opportunities.

The Indian men's hockey squad is set for a high‑intensity London leg of the FIH Pro League, facing Pakistan and England in a series that could reshape the standings.

The Indian side fought back from an early deficit but could not hold onto the lead, setting the stage for a crucial encounter with Germany just three days later.

The Indian men's team will face Netherlands and Germany in a series of matches in June 2026, using the fixtures to sharpen tactics ahead of the World Cup and Asian Games, while midfielder Manpreet Singh prepares to match a historic cap milestone.

The Indian men's hockey squad, led by Harmanpreet Singh, is heading into a packed European leg of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2025‑26, facing top teams in Brussels, Rotterdam and London while aiming to build experience for upcoming global tournaments.