India’s women’s hockey team is gearing up for the upcoming Argentina tour. The tour is scheduled to be held from 13 to 17 April 2026 in Buenos Aires. On Wednesday, April 8, Hockey India announced a 24-member squad for the tour. The four-match tour is expected to provide the women in blue with crucial preparation for the upcoming 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup.
Under head coach Sjoerd Marijne, Salima Tete will lead the Indian women’s team. Star forward Deepika is making her return to the team after an injury. She had also missed her run at the FIH Women’s World Cup Qualifiers in Hyderabad held last month. Her return is expected to add the depth and experience the squad requires in order for balanced teamwork.
Meanwhile, players like Navneet Kaur, Manisha Chauhan, Udita, and Annu are also part of the squad. Their skills have grown while leading India to qualification. Veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia, and Bichu Devi also make it to the team. After missing the qualifiers, defender Jyoti and forward Mumtaz Khan, will return to the squad.
Indian Women’s Squad for Argentina Tour:
Goalkeepers – Savita, Bichu Devi Kharibam
Defenders – Nikki Pradhan, Ishika Chaudhary, Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam, Manisha Chauhan, Lalthantluangi, Jyoti, Udita
Midfielders – Vaishnavi Vitthal Phalke, Sakshi Rana, Sunelita Toppo, Salima Tete, Neha, Deepika Soreng, Rutuja Dadaso Pisal, Ishika
Forwards – Baljeet Kaur, Navneet Kaur, Deepika, Annu, Beauty Dungdung, Lalremsiami, Mumtaz Khan
Match Fixtures:
April 13 – 1st Match, 7:30 pm IST
April 14 – 2nd Match, 7:30 pm IST
April 16 – 3rd Match, 7:30 pm IST
April 17 – 4th Match, 7:30 pm IST
