Marijne, who returned to the women’s programme in December 2025 after a four-year break, said the initial focus is on raising fitness levels while ensuring the squad functions as a united group before shifting attention to technical aspects.
Topping Pool B with seven points from three matches, India began their campaign with an 11-0 rout of Thailand, followed by a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Japan and a commanding 12-0 win over Singapore.
The League will stands as a landmark event in Indian women's hockey, promising a captivating showcase of talent and skills.
Further selection trials will be conducted on the 6th and 7th April
Having already dealt with the postponement of the Tokyo Olympics, which were rescheduled for 2021 due to the pandemic, the Indian team is once again faced with the same situation where the Asian Games have been postponed indefinitely.
While the men's hockey team won bronze, the women's hockey team lost to Great Britain in the bronze medal play-off
"I congratulate the Indian team for their praiseworthy performance at the Tokyo Olympics," the CM said.
HI said that Rani was the obvious choice, not just for her on-field exploits but also for her innate ability to guide the youngsters in the team.
Defending Champions Indian Women’s Hockey Team lost to hosts South Korea 0-1 in the Final match of the 5th Women’s…
The Indian women's hockey team defeated South Africa 1-0 in its final Pool A game on Tuesday to enter the semi-finals of the event at the 21st Commonwealth Games (CWG) here.
