New Delhi, July 21 -- Hockey India on Monday announced the 20-member Indian Men's Squad for the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026 to be held from 15 to 30 August 2026, with Chief Coach Craig Fulton confident that the selected squad has a bright chance to "write its own chapter in Indian hockey history".

Ace defender and drag-flicker Harmanpreet Singh will lead the side, while veteran midfielder Manpreet Singh, India's most-capped player, brings vast experience to a balanced squad comprising a blend of seasoned campaigners and exciting young talent, according to a press release from Hockey India.

"This is a well-balanced squad -- the right mix of tournament experience and in-form youth who've earned their spot thro...