Indian Women's Hockey Team Welcomes Key Players for Argentina Tour
Savita, Deepika back for India’s Argentina tour
Hindustan Times
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The Indian women's hockey team is set to tour Argentina from April 13-17, featuring the return of goalkeeper Savita Punia and forward Deepika Sehrawat. This tour serves as crucial preparation for the upcoming World Cup in August, allowing the team to gain international exposure against a strong opponent.
- 01Savita Punia returns after a break since June 2025.
- 02Deepika Sehrawat is back from a hamstring injury sustained before the Asia Cup.
- 03The tour includes four matches in Buenos Aires against Argentina, ranked No.2 in the world.
- 04Dutch coach Sjoerd Marijne emphasizes the importance of player exposure and testing combinations.
- 05Salima Tete continues to lead the squad as captain.
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The Indian women's hockey team is gearing up for a four-match tour of Argentina from April 13-17, marking the return of key players Savita Punia and Deepika Sehrawat. Savita, a former captain, has not played since June 2025 due to personal reasons, while Deepika returns after recovering from a hamstring injury. This tour is vital for the team as they prepare for the World Cup in August, where they will compete in Belgium and the Netherlands. Coach Sjoerd Marijne highlighted that facing a strong opponent like Argentina will provide valuable experience for the players. The squad also sees the return of defender Jyoti and forward Mumtaz Khan, who missed the World Cup qualifiers. The matches will be held in Buenos Aires, providing an opportunity to test various player combinations and build depth within the team.
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The return of experienced players like Savita and Deepika enhances the team's chances in upcoming international competitions.
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