10 Players from Madhya Pradesh Hockey Academy Selected for Under-18 Teams: To Represent India in Hockey Series Against Australia in Bhopal
The Indian Boys and Girls squads have been announced for the Under-18 hockey series scheduled to be held between India and Australia in Bhopal. A total of 10 talented players from the Madhya Pradesh Hockey Academy, Bhopal, have been selected for this prestigious international series. The selection of these players has created an atmosphere of joy and pride across the state.
In the Indian Under-18 Boys Team, the Academy's goalkeeper Ayush Rajak; defenders Ansh Bahutra and Karan Gautam; midfielder Avi Manikpuri; and forwards Siddharth Ben and Gazi Khan have secured a spot.
Meanwhile, the Indian Under-18 Girls Team features the Academy's talented players Sneha Dawade, goalkeeper Mahak Parihar, Nammi Geethashree, and Nausheen Naz. The selection of these players has generated an atmosphere of joy and excitement within the Academy.
India-Australia Showdown to Take Place in Bhopal
The Under-18 hockey series between India and Australia will be hosted in Bhopal. This series is scheduled to be played from May 15 to May 20, 2026, providing a platform for young players from both the host nation and abroad to showcase their skills. The opportunity to play on home turf has further heightened the enthusiasm of the players from Madhya Pradesh.
MP Academy's Prowess Evident in National Selections
For a long time, the Madhya Pradesh Hockey Academy has been dedicated to grooming and providing talented players to the nation. Thanks to modern training methodologies, comprehensive fitness management, and expert coaching, players from the Academy are consistently securing spots in the national teams. The simultaneous selection of 10 players to the Indian squads stands as a testament to the Academy's robust sporting infrastructure and high-quality training standards.
Sarang, Extends Best Wishes
Congratulating the selected players, the Minister for Sports and Youth Welfare, Vishwas Kailash Sarang, stated that this achievement is the result of the players' hard work, the guidance provided by their coaches, and the state-of-the-art sports facilities developed by the State Government. He expressed his confidence that the players from Madhya Pradesh would bring glory to the nation on the international stage.
Madhya Pradesh Emerging as a Rising Power in Hockey
With the consistent selection of players for national teams and their outstanding performances, it is evident that Madhya Pradesh is rapidly emerging as a rising power in the field of hockey. The players being groomed in the state's sports academies are emerging as a new beacon of hope for the nation.