The Women’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025 is set to take place from 5th to 14th September in Hangzhou, China and India has announced its squad for the tournament.
India has been pooled alongside Japan, Thailand, and Singapore in Group B. The tournament will be crucial as the winner of the Women’s Asia Cup will earn a direct qualification for the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026.
The squad will be led by Salima Tete. Bansari Solanki and Bichu Devi Kharibam will keep the goalposts. The defence unit included experienced players like Nikki Pradhan and Udita, supported by youngsters Manisha Chauhan, Jyoti, Suman Devi Thoudam, and Ishika Chaudhary.
The midfield will be taken care of by strong players such as Neha, Captain Salima Tete, Lalremsiami, Sharmila Devi, Sunelita Toppo, and Vaishnavi Vitthal Phalke, ensuring both creativity and stability.
The forward line includes Navneet Kaur, Sangita Kumari, Mumtaz Khan, Deepika, Beauty Dungdung, and Rutaja Dadaso Pisal.
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Speaking on the squad, Indian Women’s Team Chief Coach Harendra Singh said, “We are excited about the squad we have selected for the Women’s Hockey Asia Cup in Hangzhou. The group has been training with great intensity, and we have tried to strike the right balance between experienced campaigners and young talent. Our focus will be on playing an aggressive and disciplined brand of hockey, and we believe this team has the capability to compete strongly against the best in Asia.”
He further added, “The Women’s Asia Cup is not only a prestigious continental championship but also a direct qualifying event for the 2026 FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup. With the winner earning an automatic berth, the stakes are extremely high. Every match will test our composure, fitness, and tactical execution. The players are motivated to rise to the occasion, and we are confident of delivering performances that make India proud.”
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India’s Squad for Women’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025
Goalkeepers
1. Bansari Solanki
2. Bichu Devi Kharibam
Defenders
3. Manisha Chauhan
4. Udita
5. Jyoti
6. Suman Devi Thoudam
7. Nikki Pradhan
8. Ishika Chaudhary
Midfielders
9. Neha
10. Vaishnavi Vitthal Phalke
11. Salima Tete
12. Sharmila Devi
13. Lalremsiami
14. Sunelita Toppo
Forwards
15. Navneet Kaur
16. Rutaja Dadaso Pisal
17. Beauty Dungdung
18. Mumtaz Khan
19. Deepika
20. Sangita Kumari
India’s Schedule at Women’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025
5th September: Vs Thailand
6th September: Vs Japan
8th September: Vs Singapore
