India's seasoned striker Ramandeep Singh was on Tuesday recalled to the Indian squad to be led by Manpreet Singh at the FIH Men's Series Finals, commencing on June 6 in Bhubaneswar.
Ramandeep, who has been out of action due to a knee injury, has returned after a gap of nine months.
Varun Kumar, who was rested for the Australian tour, and Amit Rohidas have also made a comeback, while midfielder Sumit also returns to the team.
Birendra Lakra has been named Manpreet's deputy for the upcoming tournament as Hockey India announced the much-awaited 18-member squad.
The 26-year-old Ramandeep will be seen tackling India's forward-line along side Mandeep Singh, Gursahibjit Singh, Simranjeet Singh and Akashdeep Singh.
Experienced goalkeeper PR Sreejesh and Krishan B Pathak will defend the post for the team.
Harmanpreet, Lakra, Surender Kumar, Varun Kumar, Amit Rohidas and Gurinder Singh will form India's backline, while the midfield will see Manpreet playing a key role along with youngsters Hardik Singh, Vivek Sagar Prasad, Sumit and Nilakanta Sharma.
India have been grouped in Pool A along with Russia, Poland and Uzbekistan while Japan, Mexico, USA and South Africa are grouped in Pool B.
India will begin their campaign on June 6 against Russia and will be aiming to finish at the top in order to make it for the Olympic qualifying event, which will be held later this year.