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Rohit Leads India's Junior Hockey World Cup Charge
19 Nov
Summary
- Captain Rohit eyes strong performance in home World Cup.
- Rohit selected captain due to leadership and player trust.
- Junior team prepared for high-pressure matches after senior camp.
Captain Rohit expressed his confidence in the Indian junior men's hockey team's prospects for the upcoming World Cup. The tournament is scheduled to take place in India from November 28 to December 10, with matches held in two cities. Rohit, a key dragflicker and acknowledged leader, is eager to compete on home soil, anticipating the home crowd's energy.
His selection as captain, even ahead of more senior players, was a collective decision, strongly supported by the team and head coach P.R. Sreejesh. Sreejesh highlighted Rohit's status as an iconic player and his influence within the leadership group, noting that most players favored him for the captaincy.
Having recently trained with the senior national team, Rohit and his teammates gained valuable experience in managing high-pressure situations. This preparation is crucial as they aim to navigate the challenging knockout stages of the Junior World Cup, which are expected to mirror the intensity of international senior matches.
