India, July 10 -- The India women's national hockey team has been named for the 2026 Asian Games, with Hockey India selecting a 20-member squad for the tournament in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, scheduled from September 19 to October 4. Salima Tete will continue to lead the side after captaining India to the FIH Nations Cup title last month.

The squad features a balanced mix of experienced players and emerging talent. Veteran goalkeeper Savita, who was recently conferred with the Padma Shri, has been included alongside Bichu Devi Kharibam as the team's two goalkeeHockey India has announced the 20-member India women's national hockey team squad for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026, with Salima Tete continuing as captain after the FIH Nations Cup...