India women's hockey ready to challenge world No. 2 Argentina: Navneet Kaur vows fight

The Indian women's hockey team, captained by Salima Tete, is set to face a stern test against world No. 2 Argentina in the FIH Pro League. India, currently seventh with nine points, is determined to build on their recent narrow losses to Australia and challenge the top teams.

"Argentina is ranked No. 2 in the world and has won 7 of their 12 FIH Pro League matches so far. Coming into this leg of the league, we knew they would be one of the toughest teams to beat," Tete said, highlighting the challenge ahead.

Argentina holds the second position in the standings and aims to secure full points to maintain pressure on the league leaders, the Netherlands. India, meanwhile, is eager to improve their position and prove their mettle.

Vice-captain Navneet Kaur expressed confidence, stating, "As you saw, the team gave Australia a tough fight in the last two matches, and we're planning to do the same against Argentina." This resolve underscores India's readiness to compete fiercely against one of the world's best teams.

The upcoming matches are crucial for India to gain momentum and climb the league table, while Argentina looks to consolidate their status as title contenders. The encounter promises intense competition and a test of India's growing capabilities on the international stage.

India's women's hockey team, led by Salima Tete and vice-captain Navneet Kaur, is preparing to challenge world No. 2 Argentina in upcoming FIH Pro League matches. India, currently seventh, aims to build on recent strong performances against Australia to upset the top-ranked contenders.