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India women gain confidence before Asian Games

2 sourcesUpdated 30 Aug 2026, 11:32 pm Coverage regionsIndia
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India women's hockey team coach Sjoerd Marijne said the squad's fifth-place finish at the FIH Hockey Women's World Cup has boosted confidence before the Asian Games in Japan.

Marijne said the team gained valuable experience and self-belief by facing top international opponents.

He pointed to the team's 2-2 draw against China as part of that confidence-building run.

He also cited the team's 3-1 win over Germany during the World Cup.

Why it mattersThe squad selection sets India’s tournament plan and shapes expectations for their World Cup campaign.
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Hockey India announced a cash award of Rs 50 lakh for the team's fifth-place finish.

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Reporting agrees that the India women's hockey team finished fifth at the World Cup, that coach Sjoerd Marijne linked the result to rising confidence, and that Hockey India announced a cash award.

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The available reporting does not add any further details about the Asian Games squad, so any later updates could expand on preparation, selection, or results. The significance of the World Cup performance is described through the coach's remarks and may be revisited as the team plays more matches.

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The reporting emphasizes that World Cup experience has strengthened the India women's hockey team ahead of the Asian Games. Coach Sjoerd Marijne said the fifth-place finish, along with the draw against China and win over Germany, gave the players confidence and experience. It also highlights Hockey India's Rs 50 lakh cash award as recognition for the team's performance.

Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: India's News.Net
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World Cup experience has boosted confidence: India women's hockey team coach ahead of Asian Games

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India women's hockey team chief coach Sjoerd Marijne stated that the squad's fifth-place finish at the FIH Hockey Women's World Cup, which included a draw against China and a win over Germany, has boosted their confidence ahead of the upcoming Asian Games in Japan. Marijne noted that competing against top international teams provided the players with valuable experience and self-belief. Additionally, Hockey India announced a cash award of fifty lakh rupees to recognize the team's historic performance.