The eight-team tournament features hosts India alongside England, Scotland, South Korea, Italy, Uruguay, Wales and Austria. The competition will offer three direct qualification spots for the upcoming global showpiece.
Placed in Group B alongside Japan, Thailand, and Singapore, the Indian squad features a perfect blend of youth and experience.
Indian women’s hockey team captain Salima Tete is hoping her side can take a cue from their male counterparts as they head into a crucial double-header against China in the FIH Hockey Pro League (Women) 2024-25.
Salima, who is now become an integral part of the team over the past year, was recognized for her consistent showing throughout the year.
Starting 13th March , a total of 28 teams from across the country will participate in the National Championships.
The Indian women's hockey team midfielder Salima Tete was appointed as the AHF Athletes Ambassador from India for a term of two years from March 2023 to March 2025.
India previously competed in a four-match Test Series against the home nation South Africa, winning three games and drawing one.
The Savita Punia-led India team fought valiantly in the semifinal in the regulation time which ended in 1-1 but missed out on converting their attempts in the shootout.
