Hockey Australia has named the 18-player squad representing the Australia Kookaburras at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026. Head coach Colin Batch has structured a high-velocity 3-4-3 formation. Playing Pool C fixtures at Belfius Hockey Arena in Wavre, Belgium, the Kookaburras aim to capture their fourth World Cup title following victories in 1986, 2010, and 2014.
Who has been selected in Australia's Kookaburras squad?
Head coach Colin Batch has selected an experienced squad featuring international playmakers:
| Metric | 2023 World Cup Squad | 2026 World Cup Squad | Key Change / Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Squad Age | 27.4 years | 28.1 years | Experienced core retained |
| Cumulative Caps | 2,140 caps | 2,580 caps | +440 caps international experience |
| Primary Drag-Flicker | Blake Govers | Blake Govers / Jeremy Hayward | Dual penalty corner battery |
| Head Coach Win % | 79.2% (Batch) | 81.4% (Batch) | Highest in international hockey |
How will Blake Govers and Jeremy Hayward lead the attack?
Forward Blake Govers (139 goals in 162 caps) and defender Jeremy Hayward (218 caps, 108 PC goals) form Australia's penalty corner battery. Midfielder Eddie Ockenden adds experience in his fifth World Cup appearance. Competing in Pool C against New Zealand, Ireland, and Chile, Australia opens play on August 18 in Wavre. See full fixture details on our Australia Schedule Hub.
Where can Australian fans watch the matches live?
Supporters in Australia can watch matches live across television and digital streaming apps:
- Television Broadcast: Fox Sports will broadcast all Kookaburras fixtures live in Australia.
- Digital Streaming: Kayo Sports provides live digital streaming across smart devices.
- Match Timings: Prime Wavre fixtures push back at 20:30 CEST (04:30 AEST next morning in Sydney/Melbourne).
View standings on our Pool C Page and track live results on Live Scores.