NZL 2026 Summer Series (M)
Hamilton, New Zealand
All times GMT +13
30 Jan 2026 18:30 NZL v JPN 2 - 5
1 Feb 2026 16:30 NZL v JPN
2 Feb 2026 18:30 NZL v JPN
4 Feb 2026 10:00 NZL v JPN
FIH Match Centre
Japan win Men's Summer of Hockey opener
The Men’s Summer of Hockey got underway in Hamilton under blue skies and true summer conditions, as the Vantage Black Sticks Men took on Japan in the opening match of their three-test series at the Gallagher Hockey Centre. A lively crowd, music, and festival atmosphere set the scene for an exciting start, a sharp contrast to the colder conditions seen earlier in the women’s series in Dunedin.
Not the end of the road for Manpreet Singh & Co: Hockey India
While Manpreet, Dilpreet Singh and Krishan Bahadur Pathak won’t figure in the first two legs of the Pro League, Hockey India officials have made it clear it doesn’t mean the end of their playing careers.
Uthra Ganesan
FILE PHOTO: The decision to exclude Manpreet and Krishan Bahadur Pathak from the 33-member core probables for the Pro League next month was more about off-field issues than anything else. | Photo Credit: GETTY IMAGES
A day after ‘resting’ certain senior players for the FIH Pro League, Hockey India is categorical that it is not the end of the road for Manpreet Singh and others.
Manpreet Singh cites ‘much-needed break’ despite reports of being dropped from Indian team
Manpreet and two other players were reportedly left out of the Indian side for an off-field misdemeanour.
Manpreet Singh (R) is one cap away from equalling president Dilip Tirkey’s all-time record for the most international appearances. | Photo Credit: Getty Images
Midfielder Manpreet Singh, who was reportedly dropped from the Indian team for February’s FIH Men’s Pro League leg in Rourkela, thanked Hockey India and coach Craig Fulton for granting him a much-needed break.
'Coach spoke to me...': Manpreet Singh dismisses disciplinary rumours after being left out of India squad
Former India hockey captain Manpreet Singh has clarified that he is taking a short break from the sport to rest and spend time with family, dismissing rumours of disciplinary action ahead of the FIH Pro League 2026.)
Manpreet Singh has issued a statement after being dropped from India's squad. Image: X-Manpreet
New Delhi, Jan 30: Former India hockey captain Manpreet Singh on Friday said he had sought some time away from the sport to rest and spend time with family, dismissing speculation that he was dropped on disciplinary grounds.
"I had been meaning to request for a break," says Manpreet Singh after being dropped from team
Veteran hockey midfielder ends speculations says the break will help him recharge mentally, comeback stronger.
Manpreet Singh with his daughters. (Photo credit: manpreetsingh07/Instagram)
A day after being dropped from the 33-member core group ahead of the FIH Men’s Pro League in Rourkela, veteran midfielder Manpreet Singh has put all the speculation to rest.
India's coach objected to senior player's exclusion over "indiscipline; offered to resign
India's Chief Coach Craig Fulton
Veteran midfielder Manpreet Singh’s exclusion from India’s core hockey probables on disciplinary grounds was strongly opposed by chief coach Craig Fulton, who even offered to resign before being convinced by Hockey India officials to stay on, news agency PTI reported, quoting sources.
National hockey camp concludes
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan hockey team’s camp has concluded at the Bunda Ground on Friday, with the team to reassemble in Lahore on Monday for the Australian tour.
Super 6s Finals Day Set for Derby This Sunday
The England Hockey Super 6s season reaches its thrilling conclusion this Sunday 1 February, as Finals Day takes over Derby Arena. Eight of the country’s top teams will go head-to-head in a high-octane battle to be crowned national champions.
SA Hockey U21 Vacancies | Join the National Pathway
The South African Hockey Association invites applications for key roles within the SA U21 National Teams as we continue building toward future international cycles.
2025 USA Field Hockey National Umpire Award Winner: Katelyn Makovec
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Following the announcement of all winners, USA Field Hockey is individually highlighting each recipient of USA Field Hockey’s 2025 Annual Awards. This week, USA Field Hockey is honored to feature the 2025 National Umpire winner, Katelyn Makovec.
All FIH Preferred Turf and Field Suppliers renewed for another 3-year cycle
Lausanne, Switzerland – The International Hockey Federation (FIH) is delighted to confirm the re-approval of eleven companies previously recognised as Preferred Suppliers under the FIH Quality Programme for Hockey Turf for the 2026–2028 period, following a comprehensive evaluation process.
