Bengaluru, April 9 -- The Indian Women's Hockey Team departed from Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru, on Thursday evening for Buenos Aires, Argentina, where they will take on the hosts in a four-match series from April 13 to April 17.

Notably, Captain Salima Tete is unable to travel with the team due to illness, and in her absence, experienced forward Navneet Kaur will lead the side as stand-in Captain for the tour, according to a press release from Hockey India.

The tour is set to play a crucial role in India's preparations for a packed international calendar ahead, including the FIH Women's World Cup and the Asian Games. The four-match series will provide the team with valuable high-intensity game time while also allowing th...