New Delhi, July 25
The Indian men’s hockey team is set to tour Australia in August for a four-match series, set to be held at the Perth Hockey Stadium from August 15 to 21.
The series promises to be a highly competitive contest, featuring eighth-ranked India taking on sixth-ranked Australia. The matches will be played on August 15, 16, 19, and 21.
The two sides recently faced each other in the FIH Pro League 2024–25 in Europe, where Australia edged India 3–2 in both legs. However, India had earlier scripted a memorable 3–2 victory over the Kookaburras at the 2024 Paris Olympics — their first Olympic win over Australia since the 1972 Munich Games.
While recent encounters have been closely fought, Australia have historically held the edge in the rivalry, winning 35 of the 51 matches played between the two teams since 2013. India have won nine times, with seven matches ending in draws.
The series will serve as important preparation for India ahead of the Asia Cup 2025, set to be held in Rajgir, Bihar from August 29 to September 7. The tournament offers a direct qualification spot for the FIH Hockey Men’s World Cup 2026, making the Australia tour a key milestone in India’s buildup.