Hockey India has named a 24-player list for the tour of Argentina taking place April 13-17 in Buenos Aires. The four-game series arrives at an important time for Indian hockey, leading up to the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 and the 2026 Asian Games.
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India Women’s Hockey Team Squad for Argentina Tour
| Position | Player Name |
| Goalkeeper | Savita |
| Goalkeepr | Bichu Devi Kharibam |
| Defender | Nikki Pradhan |
| Defender | Ishika Chaudhary |
| Defender | Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam |
| Defender | Manisha Chauhan |
| Defender | Lalthantluangi |
| Defender | Jyoti |
| Defender | Udita |
| Midfielders | Vaishnavi Vitthal Phalke |
| Midfielders | Sakshi Rana |
| Midfielders | Sunelita Toppo |
| Midfielders | Salima Tete (Captain) |
| Midfielders | Neha |
| Midfielders | Deepika Soreng |
| Midfielders | Rutuja Dadaso Pisal |
| Midfielders | Ishika |
| Forwards | Baljeet Kaur |
| Forwards | Navneet Kaur |
| Forwards | Deepika |
| Forwards | Annu |
| Forwards | Beauty Dungdung |
| Forwards | Lalremsiami |
| Forwards | Mumtaz Khan |
India will play four matches against Argentina on April 13, 14, 16 and 17. All matches are scheduled for 7:30 PM IST.
Head coach Sjoerd Marijne said the tour will help test combinations and give players exposure against a top side like Argentina, while also building squad depth ahead of major tournaments.
Key Highlights from the Squad Announcement
- Salima Tete will continue to lead the side as captain, providing stability in midfield.
- Forward Deepika returns after rehabilitation and is expected to take charge as the team’s main drag-flicker.
- Veteran goalkeeper Savita is back in the squad after missing recent qualifiers.
- Bichu Devi Kharibam retains her place after impressive performances, ensuring competition in goal.
- Defender Jyoti and forward Mumtaz Khan return to the squad.
- Navneet Kaur and Baljeet Kaur continue as key attacking options.
- Midfielder Vaishnavi Vitthal Phalke keeps her place after consistent performances.
- Young players like Rutuja Dadaso Pisal, Ishika and Sakshi Rana remain part of the squad, highlighting focus on future depth.
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