Hockey India named an 18-member women's hockey team for the upcoming Commonwealth Games, set to get underway in Birmingham on July 28th.
Chitrangada Chaudhuri
With star striker Rani Rampal yet to regain full fitness after an injury, let's take a look at how the squad looks for the prestigious event.
The Indian eves will be led by goalkeeper Savita, while experienced defender Deep Grace Ekka will be the vice-captain.
India's 18-member squad for the upcoming Games looks very similar to the one set to take part in the World Cup next month. India's CWG squad has only three changes from the World Cup team.
We have chosen an experienced side for the Commonwealth Games and the players believe they have a good shot at a medal this time. - Chief Coach Janneke Schopman
India placed in pool A along with England, Canada, Wales and Ghana will begin their campaign on July 29th against Ghana.
In their previous outing at the Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, India had finished fourth after a loss to England in the Bronze medal match.
SQUAD:
Goalkeepers:
Savita Punia (Capt), Rajani Etimarpu
Defenders:
Deep Grace Ekka (VC), Gurjit Kaur, Nikki Pradhan, Udita