Key Points

Hockey India has selected a 33-member core group for the senior men's national coaching camp in Bengaluru. The camp serves as crucial preparation for upcoming international tournaments including the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup. Chief Coach Craig Fulton emphasized building on the team's recent Asia Cup victory and World Cup qualification. Players will focus on tactical development and maintaining their winning momentum during the three-week training period.

Key Points: Hockey India Names 33-Member Core Group for National Camp

  • Team enters camp after unbeaten Asia Cup run and World Cup qualification
  • Camp runs from September 29 to October 18 at SAI Bengaluru
  • Focus on Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in Malaysia starting November 22
  • Includes high-intensity South Africa tour for World Cup preparations
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Hockey India announces 33-member core group for senior men's national coaching camp ahead of major international assignments

Indian men's hockey team begins crucial Bengaluru camp ahead of Sultan Azlan Shah Cup and South Africa tour, building on Asia Cup victory

"Success is not just about results -- it's about how we keep learning, adapting, and growing together as a team. - Craig Fulton"

Bengaluru, September 29

Hockey India on Monday announced a 33-member core probable group for the Senior Men's National Coaching Camp, scheduled to be held at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centre in Bengaluru from September 29 to October 18.

The camp marks a crucial build-up for the Indian team as it prepares for the upcoming two major international assignments -- the 31st Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025, set to be played in Ipoh, Malaysia, from November 22nd to 29th, followed by a high-intensity tour of South Africa, as per a Hockey India press release.

Indian players head into this camp on the back of an unbeaten run at the Men's Hockey Asia Cup 2025 in Rajgir, where they lifted the trophy and secured a direct berth for the FIH Hockey Men's World Cup 2026. With confidence high, the focus now shifts to maintaining the winning momentum, ironing out key areas, and building greater depth across all departments.

Speaking ahead of the camp, Indian Men's Hockey Team Chief Coach Craig Fulton said, "Winning the Asia Cup and securing World Cup qualification was an important milestone for us, but it is only the beginning. The players have come back into camp with renewed hunger, and now our focus shifts fully to preparing tactically for the Sultan Azlan Shah tournament. That will be another valuable test before we head straight to South Africa to start World Cup preparations and continue building towards our bigger goals. Success is not just about results -- it's about how we keep learning, adapting, and growing together as a team."

33-member list for the Senior Men's Camp

*GOALKEEPERS

-Krishan B Pathak

-Suraj Karkera

-Pawan

-Mohith Honnenahalli Shashikumar

*DEFENDERS

-Sanjay

-Jugraj Singh

-Harmanpreet Singh

-Amit Rohidas

-Sumit

-Nilam Sanjeep Xess

-Jarmanpreet Singh

-Poovanna Chandura Boby

-Yashdeep Siwach

-Amandeep Lakra

-Varun Kumar

*MIDFIELDERS:

-Rajinder Singh

-Raj Kumar Pal

-Hardik Singh

-Vivek Sagar Prasad

-Manpreet Singh

-Moirangthem Rabichandra Singh

-Vishnu Kant Singh

-Nilakanta Sharma

-Mohammed Raheel Mouseen

-Maninder Singh

*FORWARDS:

-Abhishek

-Sukhjeet Singh

-Selvam Karthi

-Shilanand Lakra

-Mandeep Singh

-Dilpreet Singh

-Angad Bir Singh

-Aditya Arjun Lalage.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good mix of experienced players and young talent. Coach Fulton seems to have a clear vision. The 33-member group shows they're building depth across all positions. All the best to the team!
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Aditya G
While the selection looks good overall, I'm a bit concerned about the goalkeeping department. We need more consistent performances there. Hope the camp addresses this crucial area.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows hockey closely, I appreciate how Hockey India is planning long-term. The South Africa tour will be crucial preparation for the World Cup. Good strategic thinking!
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Meera T
So proud of our boys! The Asia Cup victory was amazing to watch. Now hoping they bring home the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup too. The team looks balanced and hungry for success 💪
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Karthik V
Nice to see players from different states representing India. Hockey has always been our national sport and it's heartening to see such diverse talent coming together for the nation.

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