The Vantage Black Sticks Men are set to return to the international stage at the 2026 FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup in Cape Town, South Africa, as they look to secure a third consecutive title.

Taking place from 11–20 June 2026 at the Hartleyvale Hockey Stadium, the tournament brings together some of the world’s top-ranked teams outside of the FIH Pro League.

The Vantage Black Sticks Men have been drawn into Pool A alongside Malaysia, Korea, Japan and Scotland in what shapes as a highly competitive group with little margin for error.

Pool B will feature France, Ireland, South Africa and the United States.

Men’s match schedule (NZT):

·      vs Scotland – 13 June, 5:00am

·      vs Korea – 15 June, 3:00am

·      vs Malaysia – 16 June, 10:15pm

·      vs Japan – 18 June, 5:00am

Streaming information to be announced shortly.