Overview

• India has now lost three consecutive matches on their Australian tour, including two against Australia A and the first Test against the senior team.
• Australia defeated India 2-0 in the first Test, with goals scored by Courtney Schonell and Grace Stewart at the Perth Hockey Stadium.
• Head coach Harendra Singh is using the tour to experiment with player combinations and provide young players with critical international exposure.
• India’s defensive frailties have been highlighted, as they continue to concede soft goals despite showing competitive spirit in matches.
• The team, led by captain Salima Tete and vice-captain Navneet Kaur, aims to develop a strong core ahead of the FIH Pro League in June and the World Cup next year.