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Salima Tete Named Captain as India Announces Women's Asian Champions Trophy Squad
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 10 Nov 2026, 02:46 PM
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Hockey India has unveiled the Indian women's squad for the Asian Champions Trophy and appointed Salima Tete as captain. The tournament’s exact start date has not been disclosed yet.
Hockey India released the official roster of the Indian women's field hockey team for the upcoming Asian Champions Trophy, a key continental tournament that brings together the top teams from across Asia.
Veteran midfielder Salima Tete has been handed the captaincy, marking her first stint leading the side in a major competition. Tete, who has been a regular fixture in the national squad, will now guide a blend of experienced players and emerging talent.
The Asian Hockey Federation has confirmed that the tournament will be held later this year, but the precise commencement date and venue have not been made public in the current announcement. Further details are expected to follow as the event approaches.
Veteran midfielder Salima Tete has been handed the captaincy, marking her first stint leading the side in a major competition. Tete, who has been a regular fixture in the national squad, will now guide a blend of experienced players and emerging talent.
The Asian Hockey Federation has confirmed that the tournament will be held later this year, but the precise commencement date and venue have not been made public in the current announcement. Further details are expected to follow as the event approaches.