Johor (Malaysia), 18 October (HIST). The 12th Sultan of Johor Cup is starting from Saturday in Johor, Malaysia. The Indian junior men’s hockey team will take on Japan in its first match on Saturday. Before the match, captain Aamir Ali said that he is ready to face any team in the competition.
India will face hosts Malaysia, Japan, Great Britain, Australia and New Zealand in this tournament starting from October 19. The final of the tournament will be held on 26 October. The Indian team will compete in Malaysia under the leadership of new head coach PR Sreejesh.
In a statement issued by Hockey India on Friday, team captain Aamir Ali said that the team is training well under the leadership of new head coach PR Sreejesh. We are excited to play our first tournament with them. Last time, after losing to Germany, we were not able to retain our title, but this time the team is fully equipped and ready to take on any team in the competition.
Vice captain Rohit said that we have been working hard for the last few days to be in the best form before the tournament. This time there are many new players in the team who are excited to showcase their abilities on the field.
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Hindusthan News / Virendra Singh
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