Field hockey is one of the oldest as well as one of the most thrilling team games out there and has an extensive and rich history. A large number of continental and international tournaments are held each year and the best hockey players in the world participate in them.
The Olympic Games, held once every four years is the biggest sports event in the world and participation and winning medals is a dream come true for men’s and women’s hockey teams alike. Countries such as the Netherlands, Australia, Germany and Belgium have seen massive success in Hockey over the years whereas India has a great history and has recently also seen some great achievements.
FIH Hockey World Cup, the other major pillar of the hockey calendar holds great significance and is on par with the Olympic Games when it comes to the premier Hockey tournaments in the world.
Introduced in the year 2019, FIH Hockey Pro League is not a qualifying tournament but a platform for the world’s top-ranked men’s and women’s countries to compete annually and be in top competitive form. This Pro league has replaced the Champions Trophy which was considered highly prestigious and took Hockey to new heights internationally.
The Commonwealth Games as well as the Asian Games held every four years holds great significance for Hockey-mad countries like India, England, Australia, Malaysia, Pakistan etc. as it brings forth not only international spirit but also regional pride. Countries therefore send their best possible teams in these Games as they also serve as qualifying rounds for other international events.
The Junior World Hockey Cup provides a platform to the best young players in the world and takes Hockey enthusiasts through the journey of these bright cubs from grass route to the senior circuit. A great spectacle and treat to the eyes, the tournament is an international arena for the best in Hockey to perform and entertain the masses.
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