Savita to lead India at Hockey Asian Champions Trophy
The Hindu
India is the 2018 edition’s silver medallist
In the absence of Rani Rampal, who is undergoing rehab, goalkeeper Savita Punia will lead an 18-member Indian hockey team in the women’s Asian Champions Trophy, scheduled to be held at Donghae, Korea, from December 5 to 12.
Navjot Kaur and youngster Suman Devi Thoudam have been chosen as alternative players.
“Despite some injuries and senior players joining the under-21 team for the Junior World Cup in South Africa, I feel we have selected a good team. This tournament will be a good opportunity for some young players to get a taste of the highest international level,” said chief coach Janneke Schopman.
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