Hockey India to Host Germany for Two-Match Bilateral Series in October
New Delhi: Hockey India (HI) has announced a highly anticipated two-match bilateral hockey series between the Indian men’s team and Germany, scheduled for October 2024. The last encounter between the two teams was during the semi-finals of the Paris 2024 Olympics, where Germany emerged victorious with a 3-2 win. Both matches will be played on October 23 and 24 at the iconic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in the nation’s capital.
Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey expressed his excitement, stating, “This bilateral series against Germany will showcase world-class hockey. Both India and Germany have a rich history in the sport, and this series will offer fans a thrilling competition between two of the strongest teams in the world. We are proud to host this event, which will not only promote the spirit of hockey but also strengthen ties between the two nations.”
Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh highlighted the importance of this series as an opportunity for both teams to refine their skills ahead of future international tournaments.
He said, “The India-Germany hockey rivalry has always been exciting. Our players are eager to compete against such a strong team, and I believe this series will give both teams a chance to sharpen their skills and strategies for upcoming international events. We take pride in being part of this India-Germany collaboration, which celebrates not only trade and diplomacy but also a shared love for sports.”
German Hockey Federation President Henning Fastrich sees this bilateral series as an opportunity to strengthen sporting ties between Germany and India.
“India has always held a special place in hockey, and our team is excited to play in front of passionate Indian hockey fans. This series will be a fantastic opportunity to further strengthen sporting relations between Germany and India, while providing a competitive platform for both teams to prepare for upcoming global events. We look forward to the challenge and experience of playing at the historic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium,” Fastrich stated.