CWG 2022: Distress in Indian women's hockey camp as Navjot Kaur to head home after testing positive for Covid-19

COVID 19 distress continued in the Indian hockey camp. Indian midfielder Navjot Kaur, who is part of the 18-member squad competing at the ongoing Commonwealth Games (CWG 2022) will be heading home after testing positive for Covid-19.

In a media statement, Hockey India confirmed the development -

"Experienced player Navjot Kaur had tested positive for Covid 19, however is showed no symptoms. She has been permitted to travel back to India tomorrow. She has been replaced by Sonika."

Earlier, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) had advised the Indian contingent to limit their public appearances, keeping in mind the prevailing COVID 19 scare across the globe.

The Indian women's hockey team got off to a winning start at the ongoing CWG 2022 on July 29. India pulled off an easy 5-0 win over Ghana in their first Group Stage match.

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CWG 2022: India vs Wales women's hockey fixture

The Savita Punia-led Indian women's hockey team will take on Wales in their second group stage match at the University of Birmingham Hockey and Squash Centre at the 2022 Commonwealth Games (CWG) on July 30.

The Indian women's hockey team has been grouped alongside England, Canada, Ghana and Wales in Pool A.

Match 2: India vs Wales

Date: July 30, 2022 Timings: 23:30 pm IST

Live Streaming details:

The India vs Ghana hockey match at Commonwealth Games 2022 will be telecast live on Sony Six, Sony Ten 1, Sony Ten 2, Sony Ten 3 & Sony Ten 4 channels. Live streaming will also be available on the Sony LIV app and website.

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