“Two to three years are crucial for women's hockey…” Hockey India President Dilip Kumar Tirkey

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) April 16, 2025 (ANI): President Hockey India & Former Captain India Hockey Team, Dilip Tirkey, says, "The next two to three years are crucial for women's hockey... This month, five matches will be played in Perth, Australia... For the first time, five young players, who performed well in the Hockey India League, have been selected for this team... Many important tournaments are coming up after that, like the (Women's FIH) Pro League and the Asia Cup, and then the Olympics and World Cup next year. Looking at future tournaments, it is important for young players to gain experience. So the Australia round is important for young players."