Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team Captain Jyoti Singh expressed enthusiasm for the team’s upcoming tour of Australia, describing it as a vital learning opportunity ahead of the FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup 2025 in Santiago, Chile. The tour, scheduled from September 26 to October 2, will feature five matches, including three against the Australian junior women’s team and two against Canberra Chill, a local side.

Jyoti highlighted the tour’s significance in preparing for the global tournament in December. “Playing in Australia will be a great learning experience, and it will help us prepare better for the Junior World Cup,” she said. “We’ve trained hard and are eager to test ourselves against strong opponents. Our goal is to grow as a unit and return sharper and more confident.” The matches, to be held at the National Hockey Centre in Canberra, will expose the team to high-quality competition and overseas conditions.

The team departed from Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport on Monday evening, traveling via Sydney to Canberra. This preparatory series is a key part of the team’s build-up to the World Cup, offering crucial experience against formidable opponents. The tour is designed to enhance team cohesion and adaptability, critical factors for success on the international stage.

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Hockey India officials emphasized that the exposure tour will refine the squad’s skills and strategies. By facing strong teams in a competitive environment, the players are expected to gain confidence and fine-tune their performance, positioning them as strong contenders at the upcoming Junior World Cup.

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