Indian Men’s Hockey Team to Take on Australia in Five-Match Test Series Ahead of Paris 2024 Olympics

The Indian men’s hockey team is gearing up for the Paris 2024 Olympics with a five-match Test series against Australia, set to kick off on April 6 at the Perth Hockey Stadium. This bilateral series will see intense competition between the two powerhouses of the sport, with matches scheduled for April 7, April 10, April 12, and April 13.

Both India and Australia are placed in Group B of the upcoming Olympics, and the Indian team, fresh off a bronze medal win at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, is determined to aim for gold this time around. With India ranked fourth in the FIH World Rankings and Australia close behind at fifth, fans can expect thrilling matches between these top teams.

The Indian squad for the Test series is packed with talent, including experienced goalkeepers Krishan Bahadur Pathak, PR Sreejesh, and Suraj Karkera, as well as defenders like captain Harmanpreet Singh and midfielders Manpreet Singh and Hardik Singh. The forward line boasts skilled players like Akashdeep Singh, Mandeep Singh, and Dilpreet Singh, who will be looking to make their mark in the series.

For fans eager to catch the action live, the matches will be broadcast on Sports18 – 1 (HD) and Sports18 – 3 in India, with live streaming available on JioCinema. The matches are set to begin at 2:00 PM IST, providing an exciting spectacle for hockey enthusiasts.

As the Indian team prepares to take on Australia in this crucial Test series, all eyes will be on the players as they showcase their skills and teamwork in preparation for the Paris 2024 Olympics.