Odisha’s Jyoti Chhatri and Sunelita Toppo have been selected to represent India in the upcoming FIH Pro League matches scheduled to take place in Belgium and England during May and June. The duo, both hailing from Odisha, brings their experience from the FIH Women’s Junior World Cup held in Chile five months ago, where they were integral members of the Indian team. Midfielder Jyoti Chhatri and forward Sunelita Toppo’s inclusion in the Indian women’s squad highlights their continued prominence in the field of international hockey. Jyoti’s adeptness in midfield play and Sunelita’s goal-scoring prowess are expected to bolster India’s performance in the upcoming matches.

The 24-member squad will be led by Salima Tete, who has proven herself as a capable leader on the field. Navneet Kaur has been appointed as her deputy, adding depth and experience to the team’s leadership structure. The FIH Pro League fixtures will see India competing against formidable opponents, including Argentina, Belgium, Spain, Britain, and Germany, with each team facing off twice across the two legs. India’s campaign will kick off against Argentina on May 22, marking the beginning of a challenging yet promising journey for the team.

The Belgium leg of the tournament is scheduled to be held from May 22 to May 26, followed by the England leg from June 1 to June 9. With India currently positioned in sixth place in the standings, securing 8 points from as many matches, the upcoming fixtures present an opportunity for the team to climb the ranks and assert their dominance on the international stage.