India vs New Zealand Hockey 2026: Full Schedule, Live Streaming, Squads, Head-to-Head Record and All You Need to Know

The Indian men’s hockey team is set to tour New Zealand for a three-match Test series from November 19 to 22, 2026, as part of the 2026 India/New Zealand Century of Sporting Unity Event. The series marks 100 years of sporting relations between the two nations, commemorating the Indian Army hockey team’s historic 1926 tour, which featured legendary player Major Dhyan Chand. All three matches will be played at the Lloyd Elsmore Hockey Stadium in Auckland, with both teams getting an opportunity to mark the milestone through international competition.

India will enter the series with a revamped 20-member squad, as head coach Craig Fulton looks to give younger players valuable exposure while preparing for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. Following India’s Asian Champions Trophy triumph, several senior players have been rested, allowing emerging talents and India ‘A’ regulars to step up. Sanjay will lead the side, with Araijeet Singh Hundal, Karthi Selvam and Uttam Singh among the players expected to make an impact. The tour will be an important opportunity for the newcomers to prove themselves and strengthen their chances of becoming regular members of India’s senior setup.

India vs New Zealand Hockey Series 2026: Full Match Schedule, Dates and Timings

All three Tests will be played at the Lloyd Elsmore Hockey Stadium in Auckland, New Zealand.

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