India men's hockey coach Craig Fulton is shaping his plans around one clear goal: ending the team's 51-year World Cup medal drought. With the next tournament set to be held in the Netherlands and Belgium, Fulton is focusing on building a side that can deliver steady performances across the competition rather than relying on short bursts of form.
The Harmanpreet Singh-led team is being prepared with an emphasis on consistency, which Fulton sees as essential in a major event. India has shown the ability to compete with top teams, but the challenge now is to turn that promise into a sustained World Cup run that can finally bring a podium finish.
Squad selection appears to be a major part of that process. Fulton is looking for the right mix of youth and experience, aiming to create a group that has both the energy to match the tournament's demands and the composure needed in high-pressure matches.
The approach reflects a long-term effort to make India more reliable on the biggest stage in men's hockey. If Fulton can strike the right balance and the team carries its form into the event, India will hope to put itself in position for a historic World Cup campaign.
