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Last Updated On: May 03, 2025 12:05 PM , Published On: Oct 23, 2024 04:50 AM
India will play Germany in a two-test series for the first time in 10 years, marking the excellent return of hockey to New Delhi. In what could be an exciting series, India will be looking for payback against Germany for their Olympic heartbreak.
After a ten-year break, hockey returns to New Delhi as the Indian team takes on Germany in a two-test bilateral series scheduled for October 23–24. The epic matchup will take place at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, which has produced some timeless moments in recent years.
One of Asia's most successful teams is the Men in Blue. Their four Asian Games victories are from 1966, 1998, 2014, and 2022. India became victorious in the Asia Cup in 2003, 2007, and 2017. India now holds the records for the most wins and the best winning percentage in the Asia Cup, having won 43 of 56 games.
History
- Golden years (1928–1959)
In 1928, India made its girls Olympic appearances. Without giving up a goal, India defeated Austria 6–0, Belgium 9–0, and Switzerland 5–0 in the group stage. Under Jaipal Singh Munda's leadership, they won the finals 3-0 over the Netherlands.
India maintained its position as the most successful and dominant team by winning two more gold medals in 1952 and 1956. India defeated Austria 4–0 in the Olympic quarterfinals in 1952, Great Britain 3–1 in the semifinals, and the Netherlands 6–1 in the championship match.
- Last years of dominance (1960–1980)
India's campaign at the 1960 Olympics began with victories over Denmark (10–0), the Netherlands (4–1), and New Zealand (3-0). In the quarterfinals and semifinals, India won over Australia and Great Britain.
It was the start of a new era in the final, when India lost to Pakistan 0-1 for the first time at the Olympics, ending their run of 30 games without a loss and six consecutive gold medals. India won another silver medal at the 1962 Asian Games two years later.
Where to watch India vs Germany hockey 2024 series live?
Fan Code will provide live streaming for the Indian men's hockey team's games against Germany. India's DD Sports TV channel will broadcast live coverage of the hockey matches between Germany and India.
India vs Germany 2024 hockey series schedule
Indian Standard Time (IST) is used throughout.
- India vs. Germany, Wednesday, October 23, 2:00 PM
- India vs. Germany, Thursday, October 24, 2:00 PM
Indian hockey team for 2024 series vs Germany
- Goalkeepers: Suraj Karkera and Krishan Bahadur Pathak
- Defenders: Varun Kumar, Sanjay, Sumit, Nilam Sanjeep Xess, Jarmanpreet Singh, Amit Rohidas, and Harmanpreet Singh (captain).
- Midfielders: Mohd. Raheel Mouseen, Rajinder Singh, Nilakanta Sharma, Shamsher Singh, Manpreet Singh, and vice-captain Vivek Sagar Prasad
- The forwards are Mandeep Singh, Abhishek, Aditya Arjun Lalage, Sukhjeet Singh, Dilpreet Singh, and Shilananda Lakra.
Rules
- HIL had six teams in the past, each of which played ten games during the January–February regular season.
- The final four clubs advance to the playoffs, where the Hockey India League champion is determined.
- The teams have grown to eight since 2024. The women's competition, which the league added, will feature six teams in its first year.
- Extra time would be allowed in any match that ended in a tie. However, there would be a shootout if the winner was not determined.
- Penalty strokes would be the only option if the winner were still in the air.