Hockey News: Indian hockey team continue practice despite coronavirus pandemic

With just 125 days to go until the Indian Men's and Women's Hockey Teams take the field against New Zealand and the Netherlands respectively in their first match at the Tokyo Olympics, both sides are continuing to train hard amid the rise of the Coronavirus disease. The players and support staff are taking all the necessary precautions at the Sports Authority of India facility in Bengaluru. The campus is well-equipped for regular practice sessions and no unauthorized persons are allowed to enter the premises. The Indian Women's Hockey Team Captain Rani expressed that her side is fortunate to continue to train for the Olympics in a safe environment. The Indian Men's Hockey Team is scheduled to play New Zealand and the Indian Women's Hockey Team is slated to face the Netherlands in their first match at the Tokyo Olympics on 25 July 2020.