Hockey skipper Manpreet Singh feels the season-opening Four Nations Invitational Tour in New Zealand will set the pace for a hectic season and give impetus to India's goal of clinching the coveted gold at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. Also read Women's hockey team coach Harendra Singh has his priorities in place for 2018"It is always good to start the season with some good matches against top teams. Looking back at the Odisha Hockey World League Final, Manpreet said doing well against teams like Australia, Belgium and Germany has instilled a new confidence in the team. Also read Hockey: Continental giants India struggle for global success in 2017"It was very important to do well against these tops teams in a big event. "There is no doubt we are approaching this year with clear goals of winning in the CWG and defending our Gold Medal at the Asian Games.

Source: dna January 12, 2018 08:48 UTC