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Sanjay To Lead Indian Men's Hockey Team In Sultan Azlan Shah Cup

By IANS News November 08, 2025 • 11:30 AM View: 318

The Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: Hockey India on Saturday announced the Indian Men’s Hockey Team for the 31st Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025, scheduled to be held in Ipoh, Malaysia, from November 23 to 30. Sanjay has been named captain of the squad for the prestigious invitational event.

India will open their campaign against Korea on November 23, followed by Belgium on November 24. The Men in Blue will then face hosts Malaysia on November 26 and New Zealand on November 27, before concluding their league stage against Canada on November 29. The tournament will be played in a round-robin format, with the top two teams qualifying for the final on November 30.

The squad features goalkeepers Pawan and Mohith Honnenahalli Shashikumar, while the defensive unit comprises Poovanna Chandura Boby, Nilam Sanjeep Xess, Yashdeep Siwach, Jugraj Singh, Amit Rohidas and Captain Sanjay. The midfield will be marshalled by Rajinder Singh, Raj Kumar Pal, Nilakanta Sharma, Rabichandra Singh Moirangthem, Vivek Sagar Prasad and Mohammed Raheel Mouseen.

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