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Hockey India Names 36 Probables for Men's National Camp in Bengaluru

Hockey India has announced a 36-member core probable group for the senior men's national coaching camp. The camp will be held at the SAI Centre in Bengaluru from April 20 to May 9. It aims to prepare the team for a busy international season featuring the FIH Pro League, World Cup, and Asian Games. The squad includes a mix of experienced players and emerging talents across all positions.

Key Points: Hockey India Announces 36-Member Probable Group for Men's Camp

  • 36-member core group named
  • Camp in Bengaluru from April 20-May 9
  • Focus on Pro League, World Cup & Asian Games
  • Blend of experience and youth
  • Goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders & forwards listed
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Hockey India announces 36 probables for senior men's national coaching camp

Hockey India selects 36 probables for the senior men's national coaching camp in Bengaluru, focusing on Pro League, World Cup & Asian Games prep.

"The coaching camp will focus on tactical cohesion, conditioning, and match-simulation sessions - Hockey India"

New Delhi, April 20

Hockey India on Monday named a 36-member core probable group for the upcoming senior men's national coaching camp, scheduled to be held at the Sports Authority of India Centre in Bengaluru from April 20 to May 9, according to a release.

The coaching camp will focus on tactical cohesion, conditioning, and match-simulation sessions as the team aims to fine-tune its preparations in the lead-up to a busy international season, which includes the European leg of the FIH Pro League 2025-56, World Cup, and Asian Games. Also, the squad will look to build rhythm, refine combinations, and strengthen depth across all departments, it added.

The goalkeeping unit features experienced names, including Krishan Bahadur Pathak, Suraj Karkera and Pawan, alongside emerging talents such as Mohith Honnenahalli Shashikumar and Princedeep Singh, it added.

In defence, the team will be anchored by stalwarts like Harmanpreet Singh and Amit Rohidas, supported by Jarmanpreet Singh, Jugraj Singh, Sanjay, Sumit, and a promising pool comprising Poovanna Chandura Boby, Yashdeep Siwach, Nilam Sanjeep Xess, and Amandeep Lakra.

The midfield sees a strong blend of experience and youth, with Manpreet Singh, Hardik Singh, and Vivek Sagar Prasad leading the charge. They will be joined by Rajinder Singh, Manmeet Singh, Moirangthem Rabichandra Singh, Vishnu Kant Singh, Raj Kumar Pal, Nilakanta Sharma, and Rosan Kujur, it added.

The forward line features an exciting mix of proven performers and rising stars, including Mandeep Singh, Dilpreet Singh, Abhishek, and Sukhjeet Singh. They will be supported by Shilanand Lakra, Araijeet Singh Hundal, Angad Bir Singh, Uttam Singh, Selvam Karthi, Aditya Arjun Lalage, and Maninder Singh.

List of 36-member core probable group for the upcoming Senior Men's National Coaching Camp:

Goalkeepers

1. Krishan Bahadur Pathak2. Pawan3. Suraj Karkera4. Mohith Honnenahalli Shashikumar5. Princedeep Singh

Defenders

6. Amit Rohidas7. Jarmanpreet Singh8. Sanjay9. Harmanpreet Singh10. Jugraj Singh11. Sumit12. Poovanna Chandura Boby13. Yashdeep Siwach14. Nilam Sanjeep Xess15. Amandeep Lakra

Midfielders

16. Rajinder Singh17. Manmeet Singh18. Hardik Singh19. Moirangthem Rabichandra Singh20. Vivek Sagar Prasad21. Vishnu Kant Singh22. Raj Kumar Pal23. Nilakanta Sharma24. Rosan Kujur25. Manpreet Singh

Forwards

26. Abhishek27. Sukhjeet Singh28. Shilanand Lakra29. Mandeep Singh30. Araijeet Singh Hundal31. Angad Bir Singh32. Uttam Singh33. Selvam Karthi34. Aditya Arjun Lalage35. Maninder Singh36. Dilpreet Singh.

- ANI

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Priya S
Excited to see young names like Araijeet Singh Hundal and Yashdeep Siwach getting this opportunity. Our bench strength is looking promising. Hope they get good game time in the upcoming tours.
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Rohit P
The goalkeeping department looks strong with Pathak and Karkera. But I'm a bit concerned about the midfield's creativity without someone like Simranjeet Singh? Hope the coaching staff has a plan. Otherwise, a well-balanced probables list.
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Sarah B
As a long-time follower of Indian hockey, this is encouraging. The systematic approach with a long camp in Bengaluru's world-class facility is exactly what's needed before a packed season. All the best to the team!
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Vikram M
Bhai, the forward line is fire! Mandeep, Abhishek, Dilpreet... so much speed and skill. If they click, we can beat any team in the world. The Asian Games gold is a must this time. 💪
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Karthik V
Good step by Hockey India. The key will be how they manage player workload between the Pro League, World Cup, and Asian Games. Hope the sports science team at SAI Bengaluru is fully utilized to prevent injuries.

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