Hockey India has announced a 22-member squad for the Indian Women’s Hockey Team ahead of their tour to Australia from May 26 to 30, 2023, at the Perth Hockey Stadium. The team, led by Salima Tete, includes a mix of experienced players and promising newcomers, preparing for the upcoming FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup 2025-26 in Auckland. The squad features veteran players like Savita, Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam, and Navneet Kaur, alongside young talents such as Sonam, Hina Bano, and Lalthantluangi. The tour consists of four matches on May 26, 27, 29, and 30, and aims to build on the team’s recent success in Argentina, where they secured two victories in a four-match series. Chief Coach Sjoerd Marijne highlighted the importance of balancing experienced players with newcomers to foster development under pressure. He expressed his anticipation for the players to demonstrate their skills and improve consistency as they prepare for the Nations Cup.