Field Hockey

Irish Men’s Hockey Team Set for Three-Match Series Against India The Ireland men’s hockey team is ready to face India in a three-match series. The series will kick off on May 30, 2025, and ends on June 3, 2025. The series will be going to be performed at Dublin, the capital of Ireland. It is going to be held at Pembroke Wanderers Hockey Club. This series will be the preparation for FIH Pro League for both India and Ireland. Craig Fulton’s return to Ireland—now as head coach of the Indian team and formerly at the helm of the Irish men’s squad—adds a compelling twist to the series, bringing added excitement and emotional significance for both players and supporters. Head Coach of Ireland Men’s Team Said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for both our Senior and Development squads to test themselves against one of the world’s top teams.It’s not often we get the chance to welcome a top 8 nation like India to Irish soil, and these matches will be invaluable in our preparation for the upcoming FIH Pro League fixtures.For our Senior players, it’s a chance to sharpen our game against world-class opposition, while for our Development Squad, it’s an exceptional learning experience and a rare opportunity to play at this level.We’re looking forward to three high-quality matches and to building momentum as we head into a crucial phase of the season.” Ireland’s Squad The Ireland squad for the three-match series against India includes: James Milliken, Luke Roleston, Ben Ryder, Nick Page, Lee Cole, Luke Witherow, Tim Cross, Fergus Gibson, Mark McNellis, Luke Madeley, Kyle Marshall, Peter McKibbin, Kevin O’Dea, Adam McAllister, Ben Pasley, Sam Hyland, Jonny Lynch, Ben Walker, Matthew Nelson, Louis Rowe, Jeremy Duncan, Daragh Walsh, Ben Johnson, Ben Nelson, and Conor Empey. India’s Squad The Indian team comprises: Suraj Karkera, Krishan Bahadur Pathak, Harmanpreet Singh, Jarmanpreet Singh, Amit Rohidas, Sumit, Sanjay, Jugraj Singh, Nilam Sanjeep, Yashdeep Siwach, Hardik Singh, Vivek Sagar Prasad, Manpreet Singh, Nilakanta Sharma, Shamsher Singh, Rajkumar Pal, Rajinder Singh, Mandeep Singh, Abhishek, Sukhjeet Singh, Lalit Kumar Upadhyay, Gurjant Singh, Akashdeep Singh, Shilanand Singh, and Dilpreet Singh. Opportunites Facing a strong team like India provides Ireland with a chance to test their skills against top-tier opposition. It helps players get used to the pace and pressure of international-level play. The series offers valuable international experience. These matches help players maintain and assess their match fitness in the summer calendar. Hosting a high-profile team like India brings attention to Irish hockey internationally. A positive performance could boost fan engagement. On the other hand, this series provides a warm-up for India before the FIH Pro League matches in the Netherlands. It offers room to improve India’s penalty corner strategies. India Vs Ireland Series Schedule: 30 May, 2025 🕐 13:00 – 14:30 2 June, 2025 🕔 17:30 – 19:00 3 June, 2025 🕢 19:30 – 21:00

India Announced Squad for Pro League European Leg 2025 Hockey India announced a 24-member squad for the European leg of the FIH Pro League 2024–25, scheduled from June 7 to June 22 in Amstelveen, Netherlands, and Antwerp, Belgium.The team will be led by Captain Harmanpreet Singh, with Hardik Singh serving as Vice-Captain. Matches Schedule India vs. Netherlands (7th & 9th June) India vs. Argentina (11th & 12th June) India vs. Australia (14th & 15th June) India vs. Belgium (21st & 22nd June) Coach’s Perspective “We wanted a bit more experience in the squad this time around and I am really happy with the selection.”“The team has been training well as we’re looking to try and push as hard as possible and win the Pro League.”— Indian men’s team chief coach Craig Fulton Craig Fulton has expressed optimism about the team’s performance in the upcoming FIH Pro League 2024–25. The squad aims to maintain their current third-place standing in the points table and continue their pursuit of qualification for the 2026 Men’s FIH Hockey World Cup. Indian Men’s Hockey Team – European Leg (June 7–22, 2025) Goalkeepers: Suraj Karkera Krishan Bahadur Pathak Defenders: Harmanpreet Singh (Captain) Jarmanpreet Singh Amit Rohidas Sumit Sanjay Jugraj Singh Nilam Sanjeep Yashdeep Siwach Midfielders: Hardik Singh (Vice-Captain) Vivek Sagar Prasad Manpreet Singh Nilakanta Sharma Shamsher Singh Rajkumar Pal Rajinder Singh Forwards: Mandeep Singh Abhishek Sukhjeet Singh Lalit Kumar Upadhyay Gurjant Singh Akashdeep Singh Shilanand Singh Dilpreet Singh India are currently at number 3rd at the FIH Pro League 2024-25 standings. They have so far secured 15 points in 8 games, with still being in the top 4, their hopes for winning the inaugural FIH Pro League title are alive. To stay updated with the FIH Pro League and all other field hockey news and updates, stay connected with our website and our YouTube channel, Sports Cursor.

New Zealand Announced Squad for Nations Cup 2025 Hockey New Zealand has announced the Men’s squad to compete at the 2025 FIH Nations Cup in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 15–21 June. This group returns to the tournament after a gold medal performance in 2024, with a fresh opportunity to build on that momentum and once again push for top honours in Malaysia. Head Coach Greg Nicol has named a squad that blends international experience with exciting young talent, including three newcomers:Louis Beckert, Gus Nelson, and Finn Ward.Their inclusion reflects the depth and development coming through the New Zealand hockey pathway. “This is a great opportunity to expose new talent to international tournament hockey,” said Nicol.“Our focus is to keep building on last year’s performance, playing a fearless style of hockey and continuing to grow as a group.” Dylan Thomas and Patrick Ward will also travel with the team as partners of the squad. The last test match was during the Paris Olympics in August 2024. This tournament serves as an opportunity to represent New Zealand on a world stage again and to build hockey connections on the field in preparation for the Oceania Cup later this year. Squad for Nations Cup 2025 Louis Beckert Dom Dixon Scott Cosslett Benji Culhane Charlie Morrison Brad Read Simon Yorston Malachi Buschl Sean Findlay Gus Nelson Hayden Phillips Nic Woods Finn Ward George Baker Scott Boyde Jonty Elmes Sam Hiha Sam Lane Dylan Thomas (TR) Patrick Ward (TR) Match Schedule Sunday 15 June – 10.00 PM NZT vs Japan Tuesday 17 June – 12.00 AM NZT vs Malaysia Wednesday 18 June – 10.00 PM NZT vs Pakistan Friday 20 June – TBC – Semi Finals Saturday 21 June – TBC – Finals Importance Promotion to the FIH Hockey Pro League By securing the Nations Cup title, New Zealand can secure a spot in the FIH Hockey Pro League, the premier international field hockey competition.This promotion allows the team to compete against top-ranked nations, providing invaluable experience. Competitive Experience Competing in the Pro League offers New Zealand’s players regular matches against elite international teams.This consistent high-level competition aids in player development, tactical refinement, and overall team performance, elevating New Zealand’s standing in the global hockey community. Stay Updates Stay Updated with all the field hockey news, updates, highlights and much more by staying in connected with our website, social media pages and our Youtube Channel.

Pakistan Hockey Team to Play Tri-Nation Series in July The Pakistani hockey team is set to participate in a Tri Nation Series in July, hosted by Egypt. The series will feature Pakistan, Egypt, and Croatia, with each team playing against the others twice. The top 2 teams after the preliminary round will play for the 1st position playoff. The national camp for the Green Shirts has already begun, as they gear up their preparations for the Hockey Nations Cup as well. The Pakistani team will play the Nations Cup in June, followed by the Tri Nation Series. “This training camp aims to enhance specific skills such as one-on-one and double defense, aerial ball control, and match-based circle strategies. We’re also focusing on physical conditioning, especially reaction time. More importantly, it’s about building team harmony, unity, and ensuring every player understands Pakistan’s tactical structure in both attack and defense. The environment here at Pakistan Ordnance Factory has been excellent for our goals.” — Head Coach Tahir Zaman. Importance of Upcoming Tournaments Both tournaments hold great importance as the Green Shirts are set to play for the Hockey Asia Cup 2025 in August, which is the qualifier for the Hockey World Cup 2026. On the other hand, the FIH Hockey Nations Cup 2025 also provides the winners with a spot in the Hockey Pro League 2025-26. The Pakistani hockey team missed out on the last edition of the Hockey World Cup 2022, but this time the PHF federation and the players are determined to earn a spot in the upcoming World Cup 2026. The team will get valuable international match exposure in the upcoming months. Stay connected with all field hockey news and updates on our YouTube channel Sports Cursor and our website.

3 Wins for Pakistan Juniors Leading to Series Win Pakistan Juniors and the Oman National Team went head-to-head in a 4-match friendly series hosted by Pakistan. It was Pakistan who emerged victorious, winning 3 out of 4 matches played in the series. This was an important series for both sides as they gear up for some international competitions ahead. Matches in Lahore The first two matches of the series were played in Lahore, Punjab at the National Hockey Stadium — the biggest hockey stadium in the world with a capacity of 45,000. The first match of the series was the most exciting, where in a closely fought game, Pakistan finished victorious over Oman by 4 goals to 3.Sufyan Khan, the elite drag flicker of the Pakistan team, was awarded Man of the Match courtesy of his hat-trick. The second match was a comeback for the Oman National Team, as they defeated Pakistan 3-1 in another closely contested game.Rashid El-Ferrari was declared Man of the Match. Matches in Islamabad The 3rd and 4th matches were played at the Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium, Islamabad. In the third game, Pakistan came up with a strong performance and won the match with a healthy lead of 6-1.Zikriya Hiyat was named Man of the Match. The fourth and final match was also won by Pakistan, leading them to a series win of 3-1. They won the match by 6 goals to 3. Series Importance for Both Teams The series holds great importance for both sides as many international tours await them. For Oman, this series provided valuable experience before heading into the AHF Hockey Asia Cup, scheduled from 17th to 27th April in Indonesia, which serves as the qualifier for the Hockey Asia Cup 2025.Playing against Pakistan in four games and having some training sessions in Pakistan helped them prepare for the big challenge ahead. On the other hand, the Pakistan Juniors and Seniors both have several important tournaments this year.A back-to-back series for the junior team — first against Germany and now against Oman — gives them much-needed international exposure, helping them train well for the upcoming Hockey Junior World Cup 2025, along with the Sultan of Johor Cup 2025, which will be held prior to the Junior World Cup. Looking Ahead They will carry better experience this time into the Junior World Cup 2025.Pakistan has already qualified for the Junior World Cup as they were the runners-up at the Hockey Junior Asia Cup 2024 last year. Stay Updated To stay updated with all field hockey news, match updates, highlights, and stats, keep following our: 🌐 Website: sportscursor.live 📺 YouTube Channel: SportsCursor

Hockey Africa Cup of Nations 2025 The 12th edition of the Hockey Africa Cup of Nations will be held in Ismailia, Egypt from 20 to 31 August 2025. Serving as the qualifier for the Hockey World Cup 2026, the tournament holds significant value. The top 8 teams from all over Africa will take part in this tournament, including: South Africa Egypt Kenya Ghana Namibia Zambia Uganda Nigeria Tournament Format The tournament will be played in a group format, with the teams divided into 2 pools of 4 teams each. 2 teams from each pool will qualify for the Semi-Final stages. The remaining teams finishing 3rd and 4th in each pool will then play for classification from 5th to 8th place. Note: The pools are yet to be announced for the tournament. Qualification Breakdown South Africa and Egypt got automatic qualification into the tournament based on FIH World Rankings. Ghana and Nigeria qualified as North West African teams, while Kenya and Uganda qualified as North East African teams. The Central-South Africa Qualifier was held in Harare, Zimbabwe, from where Namibia and Zambia made their way into the Africa Cup of Nations 2025. World Cup Qualification Importance The tournament holds great significance, as it is the sole opportunity for all the participating teams to qualify for the Hockey World Cup 2026. Only 1 team will get direct qualification into the Hockey World Cup 2026. The runner-up will advance to the next round of qualifiers, the Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026, scheduled for the end of February 2026. The team finishing 1st qualifies directly for the World Cup, while the runner-up moves into the next qualification round. The Battle for African Glory The competition to be the champions of Africa will be intense. But most importantly, the aim to secure a spot in the World Cup 2026 will be the top priority for every team. South Africa are the 8-time defending champions of the Africa Cup of Nations. They last won in 2022, as the tournament typically occurs every 3 or 4 years. South Africa won the 2022 edition by defeating Egypt in the final via penalty shootout, thus qualifying for the Hockey World Cup 2023. Nigeria secured 3rd place after defeating Kenya 4-2 in the 3rd place playoff. Where to Watch? The official broadcasting rights for the tournament are yet to be announced, but it is strongly expected that SuperSport will broadcast the matches live. For further updates and clarification, stay connected with our website and our YouTube channel  SportsCursor to stay updated!

Oman Hockey Arrives in Pakistan: Schedule Announced The Oman hockey team got a warm welcome upon their arrival today at Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore.They will be playing a 4-match series against the Pakistan national team from 8th to 12th April 2025. The schedule for the 4-match series has been officially announced: The opening match of the series will be played in Lahore on 8th April (Tuesday) at 7:30 PM. The second match of the series will be held on 9th April 2025 in Lahore as well, also at 7:30 PM. The third and fourth matches will then be played in Islamabad, on 11th and 12th April, respectively, both starting at 4:30 PM. Teams Started Training in Lahore The Oman national team has started their training camp today, 6th April, at the National Hockey Stadium, Lahore.The team is focusing on training well through this series, as they prepare for an important championship ahead—the AHF Hockey Cup 2025, which serves as a qualifier for the Hockey Asia Cup 2025.Their focus will be high, aiming to gain as much experience as possible from this important international friendly series. The Pakistan national hockey team has also started their training camp at the DHA Hockey Arena, Lahore, ahead of the 4-match series against Oman. Where to Watch? The broadcasting rights for the series are yet to be announced.Stay connected with our website and YouTube channel – Sports Cursor to get the latest updates and full coverage of this exciting hockey series!

Tom Boon Leads Top Scorers as FIH Pro League 2024-25 Reaches Halfway Some interesting stats to look at as we reach the halfway point of the Men’s FIH Pro League 2024-25. A total of 162 goals have been scored so far, with some players dominating the charts. At Number 1, it’s Tom Boon, a Belgian forward who has scored a total of 14 goals with an outstanding average of 1.75 goals per match. Not only is he the top scorer among all players, but an interesting fact is that he has scored more goals than Argentina and Ireland combined, as both teams have scored 11 goals each in the FIH Pro League so far. Number 2 on the list is Samuel Ward, who has scored 11 goals. The forward from England has an average of 1.38, being one of only three players with an average above 1 in the FIH Pro League so far. The positions are followed by PRINZ Thies, Tomas Domene, and Koen Bijen, all with 5 goals in the league so far. The full list of top scorers is here: [Click Here]. Team Standings at Halfway Point At the halfway mark, England and Belgium both have 16 points, sitting in 1st and 2nd position, respectively. India follows closely behind with 15 points, currently in 3rd place. The Netherlands sit in 4th place with 14 points, while Germany are in 5th place with 13 points. Interestingly, Germany has scored the most goals in the tournament so far, with an average of 3.25 goals per game. They have scored a total of 26 goals so far. Australia is currently in 6th place with 12 points, having conceded only 12 goals—the least number of goals conceded by any team, with an average of 1.5 goals per game. Spain also has 12 points, tied with Australia. Argentina sits in 7th place with 9 points. Ireland, currently at the bottom of the table and on the verge of relegation, has only 1 point, which came from a draw against England. What’s Next? A great second half of the league is expected, with all teams still having a chance at winning. The upcoming 8 games will be crucial for every team, as the World Cup 2026 spot also depends on the team finishing at the top. If Belgium, Netherlands, and Australia—who have already qualified for the World Cup 2026—finish at the top, the spot will be given to the highest-finishing team after them. Upcoming Games The FIH Pro League will continue on 7th June 2025, with Spain taking on Argentina, and Netherlands facing India. Both games promise to be big as we head into the second half of the league. Where to Watch FIH Pro League 2024-25? The FIH Pro League 2024-25 is streamed on Sports 18 HD in India, while viewers can also watch it on Star Sports and Hotsats. ESPN broadcasts the matches in Argentina, and Super Sports covers large parts of Africa. To get the full streaming details, [Click Here]. To stay updated with the FIH Pro League and all other field hockey news and updates, stay connected with our website and our YouTube channel, Sports Cursor.

Hockey Men’s Pan American Cup 2025 The Hockey Pan American Cup 2025 is set to commence, serving as a qualifier for the Hockey World Cup 2026. The 7th edition of the Pan American Cup will be held in Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, from 24 July to 3 August 2025. Participating Teams The teams in the tournament include: Argentina Canada Uruguay Chile United States Brazil Mexico Trinidad and Tobago These eight teams have qualified for the Pan American Cup Hockey 2025. Argentina, the highest-ranked American team. Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mexico, and the United States qualified from the 2022 Pan American Cup, finishing as the top six teams in the tournament. Uruguay qualified as the host nation. Trinidad and Tobago secured their spot as the winner of the Pan American Challenge Cup 2024. Tournament Format & Qualification The pools for the tournament are not yet announced. This tournament holds great significance as it is a qualifier for the Hockey World Cup 2026. The winner of the tournament will secure direct qualification for the Hockey World Cup 2026. Favorites & Teams to Watch Argentina is expected to be the favorites for the tournament, as they are the highest-ranked team in the competition and are also currently playing the FIH Pro League , giving them valuable experience. Teams like Canada, Chile, and the United States have been improving in recent years, and a strong performance can be expected from them. These teams will be determined to give their best, as the stakes for qualification into the Hockey World Cup 2026 will be high. Previous Champions & History Argentina is the three-time defending champion of the Pan American Cup and holds the record for the most titles, winning the championship four times. Canada has won the tournament once. Cuba has also won it once. Previous Edition – Pan American Cup 2022 In the last edition in 2022: Argentina won the final, defeating Chile 5-1. Canada finished 3rd, beating United States 3-1 in the third-place playoff. Where to Watch? The official streaming details for the tournament have not been announced yet. Stay updated with our website and YouTube channel SportsCursor, for all the latest updates. Keep following for more updates on the Hockey Men’s Pan American Cup 2025!

Men’s Hockey Junior Africa Cup 2025 The 13th edition of the Men’s Hockey Junior Africa Cup is set to be held in Namibia from 18th to 25th April 2025. The tournament is an Under-21 event, meaning that all participating players must be under the age of 21 to be eligible. Participating Teams A total of 8 teams will be participating in this edition: South Africa Egypt Namibia Nigeria Ghana Zambia Zimbabwe Kenya Tournament Format The teams have been divided into two pools of 4 teams each. The top 2 teams from each pool will qualify for the semi-finals, while the teams finishing 3rd and 4th in their respective pools will compete in 5th to 8th place classification matches. Pool A: South Africa Namibia Nigeria Kenya Pool B: Egypt Ghana Zambia Zimbabwe Tournament Importance This tournament holds great significance as it serves as a direct qualifier for the Hockey Junior World Cup 2025. The top 3 teams will qualify for the World Cup: The two finalists will earn direct qualification. The third qualification spot will be decided through a playoff between the two semi-final losing teams. Opening Matches The opening match of the tournament will be played between Kenya and Nigeria, followed by South Africa taking on Namibia. The full match schedule for the tournament is: Click here  Defending Champions & Past Winners South Africa are the current defending champions and have won the tournament five times. They defeated Egypt in the 2023 final in a penalty shootout. The third position in the last tournament was secured by Kenya, who won 2-1 against Zimbabwe in the 3rd place playoff. The top goal scorer of the previous edition was James Flint of South Africa, who scored 5 goals. Where to Watch? The broadcasting rights for the tournament have not yet been announced. Updates regarding live streaming and TV coverage will be provided on our website and YouTube channel as soon as they are officially confirmed.