Hockey

Marshal Arjan Singh Memorial Tournament to start on April 29 

The tournament aims to promote hockey and sporting excellence, reflecting Marshal Arjan Singh's legacy and the Indian Air Force's commitment to nurturing talented athletes, who bring laurels to their nation

2025-04-28T16:29:38.992565+00:00 IST

PR Sreejesh conferred Padma Bhushan by President Droupadi Murmu

Former Indian hockey star PR Sreejesh was honoured with the prestigious Padma Bhushan award by President Droupadi Murmu for his outstanding contribution to the field of sports. The award ceremony took place at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, in keeping with the tradition of hosting the event around March or April every year.

2025-04-28T14:41:54.927979+00:00 IST

Central govt should take big steps against terrorists: Tirkey

Hockey India (HI) President Dilip Tirkey on Sunday condemned the terror attack which took place in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.

2025-04-28T00:49:19.500483+00:00 IST

Indian Women’s Hockey Team go down 2-3 against Australia A

The Indian Women's Hockey Team put in a determined and gritty performance but fell short against Australia A, going down 2-3 in their second game of the Australia tour, at the Perth Hockey Stadium on Sunday. It was India which took the lead through Jyoti Singh (13'), after which Australia A came back from a goal down with Evie Stansby (17'), Dayle Dolkens (48'), and Jamie-Lee Surha (52') finding the back of the net. India's second goal came through Sunelita Toppo (59'), according to a release from Hockey India.

2025-04-27T13:10:41.111545+00:00 IST

Indian Women’s Hockey Team goes down 3-5 to Australia A

India found the back of the net through Mahima Tete (27'), Navneet Kaur (45'), and Lalremsiami (50'), while Neasa Flynn (3'), Olivia Downes (9'), Ruby Harris (11'), Tatum Stewart (21'), and Kendra Fitzpatrick (44') scored for Australia A, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2025-04-26T13:22:48.298199+00:00 IST

Roundglass signs MoU with Hockey Punjab

Under this association, Roundglass will lead the transformation of Punjab's hockey ecosystem with a focus on infrastructure, grassroots development, talent identification, and holistic athlete wellness. The sporting side of the project will be led by Roundglass Technical Director and Dronacharya Awardee coach, Rajinder Singh, while operational management will be led by Ashfaque Ullah Khan, ensuring a seamless integration of vision and execution, as per a press release from Roundglass.

2025-04-25T14:01:03.123579+00:00 IST

Indian women's hockey team prepare for five-match series vs AUS

After a month-long senior national training camp, the Indian Women's team is set to be tested in a five-match series from April 26 to May 4 against Australia. India first faces the Australia A side on April 26 and 27 and later faces the challenge of World No. 5, the Australian Senior team on May 1, 2 and 4 at the Perth Hockey Stadium.

2025-04-25T09:22:26.978670+00:00 IST

HI names 54-member core probable group for senior men's camp

Following their performances at the 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2025, held in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. Hockey India has selected a core group of 54 players for the upcoming national camp. The camp will be held from April 25-30, 2025, during which the group will be assessed and subsequently pruned down to 40 players. The selected 40 players will then continue training in the next phase of the camp, scheduled from 1 to 25 May 2025.

2025-04-24T10:25:41.233122+00:00 IST

Hockey India expresses solidarity with victims of terror attack

Hockey India has expressed its solidarity with the families affected by the recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam.

2025-04-23T13:24:16.194120+00:00 IST

Alfa Hockey launches VK16 Pink Edition to honour Vandana Katariya

The stick celebrates the journey of a player who etched her name in history books during the Tokyo 2021 Olympics

2025-04-22T15:07:08.035166+00:00 IST

Ajmina Kujur reveals her "biggest motivation" of playing hockey

Ajmina Kujur could make her much-awaited senior India team debut soon as she has been included in the squad for the upcoming five-match tour against Australia.

2025-04-22T12:00:06.201843+00:00 IST

Indian women’s hockey team leaves for 5-match series in Australia

Led by dynamic midfielder Salima Tete, with experienced forward Navneet Kaur as her deputy, the 26-member squad will use the tour as a crucial preparation ahead of the European leg of the FIH Pro League 2024-25, which begins in June

2025-04-21T12:40:43.179446+00:00 IST

There’s good depth: Indian Hockey coach Craig Fulton

Following the conclusion of the 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2025 in Jhansi, Indian Men's Hockey Team Chief Coach Craig Fulton expressed optimism about the depth and quality of talent on display as the team begins preparations for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025.

2025-04-19T07:37:26.725916+00:00 IST

Hope my selection inspires other girls from rural areas: Pooja

At the age of 21, Pooja Yadav, who hails from the outskirts of Varanasi, has become the first-ever woman from the Purvanchal region to make it to the Indian hockey team, as per the Hockey India press release.

2025-04-18T08:48:10.401719+00:00 IST

Vandana Katariya receives PM Modi’s praise as she bids farewell

In his letter, Prime Minister Modi congratulated Vandana on a career filled with milestones and lauded her for elevating Indian women's hockey on the global stage.

2025-04-17T20:03:54.147391+00:00 IST

More than ourselves, we played for Punjab: Jugraj Singh

Jugraj Singh scored five goals and helped Hockey Punjab clinch the Championship

2025-04-17T09:05:44.544183+00:00 IST

Rajinder and Hardik reflect on Hockey Punjab’s 15th title win

Hockey Punjab lifted the coveted 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2025 title as they defeated Hockey Madhya Pradesh 4-1 in the final in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.

2025-04-16T09:04:43.431261+00:00 IST

Next two to three years are crucial for women's hockey: Dilip Tir

Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey emphasised that the next two to three years will be crucial for Indian women's hockey. With the Asian Games, the World Cup, and the Olympics on the horizon, along with several important tournaments in between, the team is entering a pivotal phase.

2025-04-16T06:31:36.373837+00:00 IST

Hockey Punjab defeated Hockey Madhya Pradesh 4-1

Hockey Punjab crowned the champions of the prestigious 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2025 after defeating Hockey Madhya Pradesh 4-1 in Division 'A'. Also, Uttar Pradesh Hockey secured the third position after winning the game 5-1 against Manipur Hockey, as per a release from Hockey India.

2025-04-15T16:43:44.810746+00:00 IST

Hockey India announces 26-member Women's squad for Australia tour

Hockey India on Monday announced a 26-member Indian Women's Hockey Team squad for the upcoming tour of Australia, scheduled to take place from April 26 to May 4 at the Perth Hockey Stadium. The five-match series will see India take on Australia A in the first two games, followed by three matches against the senior Australian team.

2025-04-14T07:48:00.276198+00:00 IST

MP, Punjab confirm spot in final of 15th HI National Championship

Hockey Madhya Pradesh and Hockey Punjab won their semi-final matches to qualify for the final of the 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2025 in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, and stand one step away from lifting the coveted title.

2025-04-13T16:56:55.620331+00:00 IST