Indian Hockey Team Captain Harmanpreet Singh Wants Squad To Tackle Inconsistency In London Matches

London, May 31: India men's hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh believes his team is playing well but only in patches. This inconsistency will need to be addressed in the upcoming FIH Pro League games. The team is preparing for the Paris Olympics and is currently third in the table with 21 points from 12 matches.

Harmanpreet's side will face Germany and Great Britain, ranked sixth and ninth, in the decisive London leg of the Pro League, starting on Saturday (June 1).

Harmanpreet Singh-led Indian Team To Tackle Inconsistency In London Matches

Harmanpreet Singh on Team India's Latest FIH Pro League Performance

India will first meet Germany. The team enters this phase following mixed results in Antwerp, Belgium, where they won two intense matches against Argentina but lost two to the hosts.

"We played scintillating hockey in some moments while we struggled in a few others, but the team is constantly improving," Harmanpreet said in a Hockey India release. "We also used this opportunity to give some match experience to the younger players in the squad and improve our overall chemistry," he added.

Experience of playing against Argentina and Belgium

Playing tough matches against Argentina and Belgium, who are in the same pool at the Paris 2024 Olympics, has been beneficial. "The aim in these upcoming matches in London will be to get out of our blocks early, work on our combinations and positioning to make sure we play to the best of our abilities," Harmanpreet stated.

It is essential to perform well in London to be ready for the Olympics. "We are aware that the London stage of Pro League will be crucial in our preparations for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics, hence we are looking forward to taking on Germany and Great Britain," Harmanpreet added.