The New Zealand women's Black Sticks have been grouped with China, India and Ireland in its pool for April's Hawke's Bay Cup.
China is ranked just one place behind New Zealand in the world rankings, at fifth place.
The other pool features Australia, Korea, Japan and Canada.The tournament is in Hastings from April 2-10.
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