The Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025 is set to ignite the passion of Indian hockey enthusiasts, as the nation’s team makes its comeback in the renowned tournament held in Ipoh, Malaysia, from November 23rd to 30th. This marks a significant return for India, a team that has a distinguished history in the competition, having clinched the championship five times, placing them second only to Australia’s dominance. The Malaysian Hockey Confederation, with FIH sanction, organizes this prestigious event, making it a key fixture on the international hockey calendar.
This year’s Indian contingent will feature a blend of emerging talent and promising youngsters, as coach Craig Fulton opts to rest several senior figures. Prominent players like Harmanpreet Singh, Manpreet, and Mandeep will not be participating, allowing younger athletes to gain valuable experience. The goalkeeping responsibilities will fall to newcomers Pawan and Mohith HS, stepping in for the absent first-choice custodians. Sanjay has been appointed to lead the squad, which includes a strong lineup of skilled players such as Jugraj Singh, Amit Rohidas, Nilakanta Sharma, Vivek Sagar Prasad, Sukhjeet Singh, Dilpreet Singh, and Abhishek.
The tournament structure involves a round-robin phase where all six competing teams – India, Malaysia, New Zealand, South Korea, Canada, and Belgium – will play against each other once. The path culminates in a thrilling final on November 30th. For fans eager to follow the Indian team’s progress, live streaming will be available exclusively on the FanCode app and website within India, ensuring no one misses a moment of the exhilarating hockey action.