Hockey India has rolled out its 33-member probable core group for the senior men’s national camp, a key step ahead of the FIH Men’s Pro League. The camp runs February 1-7 in Odisha’s Rourkela, priming the team for the high-stakes home series at Birsa Munda Stadium from February 10-15.
Fresh from the Hero Hockey India League’s conclusion, this gathering reunites the squad brimming with momentum. HIL delivered fierce competition, exposing emerging players to world-class action and boosting their readiness for international battles.
Coach Craig Fulton shared insights on squad rotation: ‘The HIL highlighted the need for change. Resting select seniors to manage fatigue, we’re elevating performers who grabbed their chances. These Pro League rounds in Rourkela and Hobart will shape our World Cup and Asian Games lineups.’
Breaking down the roster: Goalkeepers – Pawan, Suraj Karkera, Mohit Honnenahalli Shashikumar, Prince Deep Singh. Defenders: Amit Rohidas, Jarmanpreet Singh, Sanjay, Harmanpreet Singh, Jugraj Singh, Sumit, Poovanna Chandura Bobby, Yashdeep Siwach, Nilam Sanjeep Jes, Amandeep Lakra.
Midfielders: Rajinder Singh, Manmeet Singh, Hardik Singh, Moirangthem Rabichandra Singh, Vivek Sagar Prasad, Vishnu Kant Singh, Raj Kumar Pal, Nilakanta Sharma, Roshan Kujur. Forwards: Abhishek, Sukhjeet Singh, Shilanand Lakra, Mandeep Singh, Arjit Singh Hundal, Angad Bir Singh, Uttam Singh, Selvam Karthi, Aditya Arjun Lalgune, Maninder Singh.
With national pride on the line, this camp is more than training—it’s a launchpad for India’s ambitious 2024 season, blending experience with youthful vigor for podium pursuits.