South African Hockey is proud to announce the SA Men’s squad selected to represent the country at the 2026 FIH Hockey <a href="https://absafricatv.com/who-made-the-iconic-fifa-world-cup-trophy/” title=”Who made the iconic FIFA World Cup trophy?”>World Cup.
The 20-player squad brings together an exciting combination of international experience, athleticism and emerging talent as South Africa prepares to compete against the best teams in world hockey.
The squad includes captain Dayaan Cassiem and experienced campaigners Mustapha Cassiem, Nic Spooner, Sam Mvimbi, Andrew Hobson and Calvin Davis. They are joined by a number of players who have continued to make an impact throughout South Africa’s recent international programme.
South Africa will head into the global showpiece determined to build on the progress made by the team in recent seasons and to proudly represent the country on the world stage.
South African Men’s Hockey World Cup Squad
| Name | Caps | Name | Caps |
| Andrew Hobson | 53 | Jared Cass | 10 |
| Ayakha Mthalane | 15 | Kenton Melville | 8 |
| Brendan du Toit | 4 | Luke Wynford | 23 |
| Calvin Davis | 29 | Mustapha Cassiem | 70 |
| Carlon Mentoor | 15 | Nic Spooner | 87 |
| Cullin de Jager | 18 | Sam Mvimbi | 83 |
| Damian Knott | 6 | Sihle Ngubane | 43 |
| Dayaan Cassiem | 99 | Tevin Kok | 84 |
| Hans Neethling | 19 | Trevor de Lora | 32 |
| Jamie Seale | 13 | Zenani Kraai | 40 |
South African Hockey congratulates all the players selected and wishes the squad every success as they prepare to carry the hopes of the nation at the World Cup.
South Africa Mens World Cup Fixtures
16 August 2026 – South Africa vs. Spain
18 August 2026 – South Africa vs. Ireland
20 August 2026 – South Africa vs. Australia
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