PR Sreejesh Calls for Squad Changes Ahead of Asian Games 2026
· Sports · Times of India, Sportstar
Former India hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh has urged the team to make strategic changes in the squad and coaching staff after the Asian Games 2026 to prepare for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Speaking from Kolkata, Sreejesh highlighted the upcoming Pro League, Test matches, and Azlan Shah Trophy as opportunities to integrate younger players and rebuild the team structure. He stressed the need for consistency against world-class teams, citing India’s disappointing World Cup performance as a wake-up call. The team, defending its Asian Games title in Group A alongside Japan, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Indonesia, must avoid costly mistakes and capitalize on scoring chances, he added. Sreejesh also emphasized the importance of communication and resilience for goalkeepers Mohith HS and Suraj Karkera.
Why it matters
The Indian men’s hockey team’s performance hinges on these strategic adjustments, as the next two years will determine whether they can transition from Asian dominance to global competitiveness. Fans and stakeholders will closely watch how the team implements these changes, especially as it aims to qualify for the 2028 Olympics.
Read the original report — Times of India
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