Pro League starts with Indian teams vying for WC spots

• The India leg of the FIH Pro League kicks off at the Kalinga Stadium on Saturday.

• The Indian men and women are the only teams yet to start their Pro League campaign.

• The winners will get a ticket to the 2026 World Cup, a goal both coaches Craig Fulton and Harendra Singh have set.

• The Indian team, led by Salima Tete, will face the Dutch, Germany, Spain, and England.

• The Kalinga Stadium has been a successful home ground for the Indian men and women.

• The Indian men aim to earn maximum points before leaving for the European leg to keep their hopes of winning the Pro League alive.

• The main target is to win the Pro League and qualify for the World Cup, but the team will focus on improving match by match and converting as many chances as possible.