Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team Departs Berlin for 4 Nations Tournament

The Indian Junior Men's Hockey team, led by captain Araijeet Singh Hundal and vice-captain Amir Ali, has departed for Berlin to participate in the 4 Nations Tournament from June 21 to 25, serving as a critical preparatory event ahead of the FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2025. The team will face Germany, Australia, and Spain in the pool stage, with the top two teams competing for the championship and the bottom two for third place. Hundal emphasized the tournament's importance for testing strategies, assessing strengths, and identifying areas for improvement, while Ali highlighted the opportunity to address team and individual gaps before the World Cup. The FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup is scheduled to take place in Chennai and Madurai from November 28 to December 10, making the upcoming tournament a key stepping stone for the Indian squad. Matches will be held at TC 1899 Blau Weiß in Berlin, providing the team valuable international exposure against some of the best junior hockey teams. This focused preparation aims to build confidence and sharpen tactics ahead of the global event on home soil.