New hockey World Cup format presents an arduous path
The top two sides from each pool will progress to the second stage, which will be split into two groups of four. The top two there will qualify for the semifinals
I Hate The Name Narendra: Boxer Narender Berwals Pakistan Story Leaves PM Modi Laughing
Indian boxer Narendra Berwal's story about a Pakistani boxer made PM Narendra Modi laugh and got a witty response from Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. Narendra Berwal won silver medal in men's 90+ kg boxing category at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
Playing matches against strong sides. Taking wickets. Performing well. And letting people feel your presence. That's what a good player should do to knock on the door of national side. Mohammed Shami has been doing this all for a long time;
India's hockey World Cup journey: From 1971 to 2023
India's men's hockey team experienced a varied World Cup history, winning gold in 1975. The team secured bronze in the inaugural 1971 tournament and reached the final in 1973. Subsequent campaigns saw mixed results, including a fifth-place finish in 1982 and a twelfth-place finish in 1986. India hosted the event twice, finishing sixth in 2018 and ninth in 2023.
Australia Great Brett Lee Praises Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Former Australia fast bowler Brett Lee praised India's batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after his sensational start to international cricket. The 15-year-old sensation has hogged the limelight after his prolific knock for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL. Sooryavanshi made his debut for
No Indian umpire at Hockey WC after 28 years, veterans say focus should be on structured pathway
Raghu Prasad, the first Asian umpire to officiate in 200 international matches before retiring last year, said appointments for elite events are based on sustained performances in top-level competitions
Baskaran hopeful of Indias prospects in the World Cup
We dont have the one thing that we so desperately want: Indias Mandeep Singh on the Hockey World Cup
For someone who has a medal from every other major competition in the sport, at every level junior and senior Asia Cups, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, Asian Champions Trophy and the Olympics that empty space on his medal cabinet is a constant reminder of an unfinished job
Anmol Ekka Captains India For Junior Asia Cup
Defender Anmol Ekka will captain the 18-member Indian men's hockey team for the AHF Junior Asia Cup in China from August 30 to September 13. The squad, training in Bengaluru under coach Frederic Soyez, recently completed an exposure tour of Belgium and is playing friendly matches against Malaysia U-21 as part of their preparations.
Why India Has No Hockey Umpire or Official at 2026 World Cup
For the first time since 1998, no Indian umpire or technical official will be present at the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup, a situation that has left former international officials disappointed and calling for a structured pathway to develop and support Indian officiating talent.
