Bengaluru, Jan 22 (UNI) Ahead of team's departure for the New Zealand tour, India women hockey captain Rani Rampal on Wednesday said playing against higher-ranked teams New Zealand and Great Britain will give a boost to their Olympic preparation.
'We look forward to playing against higher ranked teams like New Zealand (World No 6) and Great Britain (World No 5). This is our first tour of the season so naturally we want to do well as it will give us a good boost in our Olympic preparation. A good start against tough teams will matter a lot," Rani said before the team’s departure for Auckland.
The team led by Rani and vice-captained by Savita will take on the hosts in four matches and also play against Great Britain's national squad in their 10-day tour that ends on February 5.