Overview
- India announced its junior men’s roster for the FIH event in Chennai and Madurai from November 28 to December 10.
- Forward Araijeet Singh Hundal was ruled out with a shoulder injury, removing a seasoned attacking option.
- Reports differ on squad size, with some listing 18 players and others 20, while alternates Ravneet Singh and Rohit Kullu are named.
- India will play Pool B against Chile, Switzerland and Oman, after Oman replaced Pakistan following their withdrawal citing security concerns.
- Sreejesh called the selection a tried‑and‑tested group prepared through matches against the senior team at SAI Bengaluru, with captain Rohit elevated after a strong Sultan of Johor Cup.