The Indian men's hockey team is set to play against Australia in the first match of their five-match Test series.

The Indian men’s hockey team set off for Australia on Thursday, excited to take part in a five-match test series. This trip is a key part of their training for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. The team is going to play a series of matches in Perth from April 6th to April 13th, 2024. They won three out of four matches in Bhubaneswar and continued their winning streak in Rourkela. As a result, the Indian Hockey team is feeling confident.

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The upcoming test series against Australia holds great significance as both teams belong to the same group for the Olympics. India has not clinched a test series win against Australia in ten years, so this tour presents a golden opportunity to break that streak and prove their mettle. Also, this series will prepare the Indian Hockey team for the Paris Olympics 2024.

Captain Harmanpreet Singh expressed confidence in the upcoming tour. He believes that the series will help the team identify their strengths and weaknesses, and create a blueprint for the Paris Olympics in 2024, where India and Australia will be in the same group.

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The upcoming series presents a crucial opportunity for both teams to prepare for the Olympics. India’s recent triumph in the FIH Pro League 2023-24 has undoubtedly boosted their confidence. The highly anticipated first game of the series is scheduled for April 6th and promises to thrill the audience.

Vice-captain Hardik Singh also highlighted the crucial role of the series in achieving their Olympic dream and the importance of the need for continuous improvement and bringing their best game to the field against Australia.

The Indian Men’s Hockey team is currently on a tour in Australia, but their journey is not only about playing a series of matches. India is determined to make a mark on the world stage and bring Olympic glory back. The team’s unwavering dedication and ambition are apparent as they strive to achieve their goal, and the world is closely watching as they take on this challenge.

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