Indian Junior Men’s Hockey Team Announced for Europe Tour: Matches Against Belgium, Germany, and Netherlands Club Team

The Indian Junior Men’s Hockey Team is all set to embark on a tour of Europe from the 20th to the 29th of May. Hockey India has announced the squad that will play five matches across three nations – Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands.

Led by defender Rohit and vice-captain Shardanand Tiwari, the team is eager to gain exposure and build on their experience through this tour. The goalkeeping department will be commanded by Prince Deep Singh and Bikramjit Singh, while the defenders include Shardanand Tiwari, Yogember Rawat, Anmol Ekka, Rohit, Manoj Yadav, and Talem Priyo Barta.

In the midfield, Ankit Pal, Roshan Kujur, Bipin Billavara Ravi, Mukesh Toppo, Manmeet Singh, and Vachan H A will hold the fort. The forward line-up consists of Sourabh Anand Kushwaha, Arshdeep Singh, Gurjot Singh, Mohd. Konain Dad, Dilraj Singh, and Gursewak Singh.

Captain Rohit expressed his excitement about the upcoming matches, stating, “We have been training hard at our camp and have developed an understanding of each other’s gameplay. It will be wonderful to play together against teams from other nations to help us build on our game and get better through this kind of exposure.”

Vice-Captain Shardanand Tiwari echoed his sentiments, emphasizing the importance of this tour in evaluating the team’s strengths and areas for improvement.

The Indian Junior Men’s Hockey Team is geared up for a challenging and enriching experience in Europe, as they aim to showcase their skills and make their mark on the international stage. Stay tuned for updates on their performance in the upcoming matches.