Hockey

HIL: Soorma Hockey Club ropes in Sardar, Rani as coaches

In the Men's coaching setup, along with Sardar Singh, will be International Coach Jeroen Baart, Analytical Coach Michael Cosma and Technical Consultant Arjun Halappa. Meanwhile Jude Menezes (International Coach), Harvinder Singh (Assistant Coach) and Sean Dancer (Analytical Coach) complete the line-up for the Women's team, as per a press release from Soorma Hockey Club.

2024-10-13T18:09:56.053898+00:00 IST

Harmanpreet, Abhishek, Hardik fetches big bids

It was an eventful opening day of the Hockey India League (HIL) Player Auction 2024/25 as 54 players, including 18 overseas players were sold here on Sunday. All eight franchises spent as many as 16 crores 88 lakhs 50 thousand on day 1 as the Indian Men's Hockey team core players, along with overseas drag-flickers fetched big bids. Gurjant Singh (19 lakh) was the first player who went under the hammer, while star drag-flicker and Indian captain Harmanpreet Singh (78 lakh) emerged as the costliest buy on the opening day of the HIL 2024/25 Player Auction. Both players were acquired by Soorma Hockey Club. Abhishek became the second-most expensive buy of the day, acquired by Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers for 72 lakh, while Hardik Singh went to UP Rudras for 70 lakh.

2024-10-13T17:36:53.270447+00:00 IST

Hyderabad Toofans secure Gonzalo Peillat for Rs 68 lakh

Hyderabad Toofans acquired top-tier forward Gonzalo Peillat for 68 lakhs, marking the highest bid for a foreign player at the Hockey India League (HIL) Player Auction on Sunday.

2024-10-13T16:55:23.597847+00:00 IST

Kalinga Lancers rope in David John as strategy director

The team owners, Vedanta Limited said in a statement, "Vedanta Limited today announced the appointment of David John as Strategy Director and Dr. A.B. Subbaiah as Team Manager for the Kalinga Lancers, ahead of the much-anticipated return of the Hockey India League (HIL) 2024, following a seven-year hiatus. These key appointments highlight Vedanta's commitment to building a competitive and successful team for the upcoming HIL season as they prepare to dominate the player auction and assemble a well-rounded squad capable of winning the tournament. "

2024-10-13T13:51:15.442053+00:00 IST

Manpreet, Amit, Mandeep attract huge bids at HIL auction

The Hockey India League Player Auction 2024/25 kicked off in thrilling fashion, with all eight franchises spending heavily to acquire key players from the Indian Men's Hockey team. The notable mentions were Mandeep Singh, Manpreet Singh, and Amit Rohidas, who attracted significant bids.

2024-10-13T13:35:31.375276+00:00 IST

"Punjabi aagye oye..": Harmanpreet Singh on HIL auction 

The auctions for the competition, making its return after seven years, are taking place from October 13 to 15.

2024-10-13T12:23:18.202929+00:00 IST

Hockey India League auction: Krishan, Jugraj fetch big deals

The auctions for the competition, making its return after seven years, are taking place from October 13 to 15.

2024-10-13T11:57:36.383238+00:00 IST

HIL auction: Harmanpreet becomes most expensive player

The auctions for the competition, making its return after seven years, are taking place from October 13 to 15.

2024-10-13T10:59:06.675130+00:00 IST

Over 550 players set to go under the hammer inn men's auction  

The much-anticipated revival of the Hockey India League is set to take off with the Men's Auction in New Delhi on Sunday. 400 domestic and over 150 overseas men's players have registered to stand a chance to feature in one of the eight Men's Teams when the Hockey India League kicks off in Rourkela later this year.

2024-10-13T06:53:19.447600+00:00 IST

Hockey India League launches YouTube channel to make HIL 2024-25

Hockey India League has taken a significant step towards global fan engagement by launching its official YouTube channel today. This move is aimed at making the upcoming Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 players' auction accessible to fans worldwide, free of charge.

2024-10-12T16:39:27.254781+00:00 IST

New Hockey India League franchise UP Rudras unveiled

Yadu Sports, a special purpose vehicle (SPV) established by Yadu International Limited (YIL) and owned by Dr Raghavpat Singhania and Madhavkrishna Singhania, promoters of JK Cement Limited, own the team. In a statement, they said, "Yadu Sports, a special purpose vehicle (SPV) established by Yadu International Limited (YIL) and owned by Dr Raghavpat Singhania and Mr. Madhavkrishna Singhania, promoters of JK Cement Limited, are proud to unveil their new team's name and logo for the upcoming Hockey India League. The Lucknow-based HIL team will be known as UP Rudras, with Dutchman Paul van Ass as Chief Coach."

2024-10-12T13:37:42.539074+00:00 IST

HIL is set to revive Indian hockey's golden era: Sardar Singh

The men's auction will be held on October 13 and October 14, while the historic women's auction will take place on October 15

2024-10-11T13:38:55.995100+00:00 IST

Hockey Jharkhand crowned champions of HI Junior Championship

Hockey Jharkhand was crowned as the champion when they defeated Hockey Madhya Pradesh in the final, after eleven days of action-packed matches at the 14th Hockey India Junior National Championship 2024. Hockey Haryana won the bronze medal after defeating the Hockey Association of Odisha.

2024-10-10T16:47:57.163630+00:00 IST

Over 1000 players set to go under hammer at HIL Players' Auction

The stage is set for the much-anticipated return of the Hockey India League (HIL), as the players' auction for the 2024-25 season is scheduled to take place from 13th to 15th October at the Hyatt Regency in New Delhi. After a 7-year hiatus, HIL 2024-25 is making its comeback with an expanded format that includes both men's and, for the first time, an exclusive women's league, running concurrently.

2024-10-10T08:11:37.270399+00:00 IST

Madhya Pradesh advances to final in Junior Women National C'ship

Hockey Madhya Pradesh and Hockey Jharkhand advanced to the final after victories in their respective semi-final matches on the ninth day of the 14th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship 2024 in Ranchi on Wednesday.

2024-10-10T06:21:19.144252+00:00 IST

"HIL holds the power to transform...": Salima Tete

The Hockey India League is all set to return after a seven-year hiatus this December. The revamped HIL 2024-25 will feature 8 men's teams and 6 women's teams, marking the first standalone women's league in the country that will run concurrently with the men's competition.

2024-10-08T08:46:19.088733+00:00 IST

Hockey legends flag off SFA Championship 2024

Ashok Dhyan Chand, a member of the 1975 World Cup-winning team, encouraged young athletes to give their best on the field.

2024-10-07T17:29:39.390753+00:00 IST

A look at Day 7 results of HI Junior Women National Championship

On Day 7 of the 14th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship 2024, Delhi and Hockey Bengal had a fruitful outing as they registered a win in their respective matches after defeating Le Puducherry and Bihar respectively in the final games of the group stage in Ranchi, Jharkhand.

2024-10-06T16:14:12.553793+00:00 IST

Sreejesh to take charge of junior team during Sultan of Johor Cup

Newly appointed Head Coach, PR Sreejesh will take charge of the team in Malaysia with Amir Ali serving as Captain and Rohit named as his deputy, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2024-10-06T08:41:19.594008+00:00 IST

Bihar CM unveils logo, mascot for Women’s Asian Champions Trophy

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday unveiled the logo and mascot 'Gudiya' of the Women's Asian Champions Hockey Trophy 2024 which will be held in the newly constructed Rajgir stadium from November 11 to 20, 2024.

2024-10-06T05:19:15.747155+00:00 IST

"Great opportunity for youngsters": Captain Harmanpreet on HIL

India men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh believes that the Hockey India League will present a "great opportunity" for youngsters to learn and progress in the game.

2024-10-05T13:49:35.817086+00:00 IST