Hockey

HIL GC beat Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons 4-2

HIL GC defeated Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons 4-2 in the Men's Hockey India League 2025-26 at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi on Monday.

2026-01-12T18:28:24.718217+00:00 IST

HI, Telangana gov sign MoU to host women's Hockey WC qualifiers

The prestigious qualification tournament will feature eight international teams -- hosts India, England, Scotland, Korea, Italy, Uruguay, Wales, and Austria -- competing for a place at the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026, which will take place from August 15-30 this year.

2026-01-12T15:20:05.524002+00:00 IST

HIL: SG Pipers beat Hyderabad Toofans 2-1

SG Pipers secured their first win in the Men's Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26, prevailing 2-1 against Hyderabad Toofans at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium on Monday.

2026-01-12T15:08:44.484298+00:00 IST

“First time in India, it’s been awesome,” says Jed Snowden

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers goalkeeper Jed Snowden made an immediate impact after coming off the bench in the shootout, helping his side secure a 3-1 win against HIL GC following a 1-1 draw at the end of regulation time in their third match of the men's Hockey India League (HIL) here on Sunday

2026-01-12T10:23:47.402532+00:00 IST

Ranchi Royals register first win of Men’s HIL 2025–26 season

Ranchi Royals secured their first win of the Men's Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 season in spectacular fashion, defeating defending champions Shrachi Bengal Tigers 4-1. Playing in front of a passionate home crowd, the Royals staged a massive late-game comeback, scoring four times in the final six minutes to snatch all three points

2026-01-12T08:24:22.814755+00:00 IST

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers move to top spot after clinching 1-1 (3-1 SO) win against HIL GC in the Men'

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers prevailed against HIL GC, clinching a 3-1 win in the shootout after the two teams were tied 1-1 at the end of regulation time in the Men's Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium on Sunday

2026-01-11T13:55:34.327695+00:00 IST

“We worked hard till the last minute,” says Navneet Kaur

After leading SG Pipers to the Women's Hockey India League 2025-26 title, Player of the Tournament and team captain Navneet Kaur reflected on the team's composure in the shootout, their resilience in the Final, and a season-long turnaround from finishing last in the previous edition to champions this year

2026-01-11T10:25:50.432530+00:00 IST

SG Pipers claim Women’s HIL Trophy in thrilling shootout 

After an intense 1-1 draw in regulation time, SG Pipers defeated Shrachi Bengal Tigers 3-2 in the shootout to lift the coveted Women's Hockey India League 2025-26 title. Preeti Dubey (53') and Lalremsiami (16') scored goals over the four quarters for SG Pipers and Shrachi Bengal Tigers respectively.

2026-01-10T18:42:51.272710+00:00 IST

HIL: Tamil Nadu Dragons beat SG Pipers, get bonus point

Amit Rohidas (9'), Tom Craig (18'), Paul Philipp Kaufmann (17'), and Selvaraj Kanagaraj (40') scored a goal each for the Dragons, while Tomas Domene (13', 18'), Ky Willott (38'), and Aditya Lalage (59') netted goals for the Pipers in the regulation time, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2026-01-09T17:05:36.811323+00:00 IST

HIL: Soorma Hockey Club beat Hyderabad Toofans

Soorma Hockey Club registered a thrilling 3-1 shootout victory against Hyderabad Toofans after a 1-1 draw in regulation time in the Men's Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 on Friday.

2026-01-09T15:31:52.759277+00:00 IST

Women's Hockey India League: New champion to be crowned

Notably, the winner of the Women's Hero Hockey India League 2025-26 will receive Rs 1.5 crore, while the runners-up will take home Rs 1 crore. Also, Ranchi Royals, who finished third, will be awarded Rs 50 lakh. In addition, the Player of the Tournament will earn Rs 20 lakh, while individual honours such as the Best Goalkeeper, Upcoming Player, and Top Scorer of the Tournament will each carry a cash prize of Rs 5 lakh. The Fairplay Trophy will also be presented to the team that has best upheld the spirit of the game throughout the season, as per a Hockey India press release.

2026-01-09T11:55:01.067461+00:00 IST

HIL: Vedanta Kalinga Lancers move to second spot

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers registered their second win on the trot, clinching a narrow 2-1 victory against Shrachi Bengal Tigers in the Men's Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 on Thursday.

2026-01-08T16:49:13.408530+00:00 IST

Ranchi Royals beat SG Pipers 5-2 to finish third in womens HIL

Lucina von der Heyde (2', 47'), Sangita Kumari (24'), and Hannah Cotter (55', 60') scored goals for the Royals, while Navneet Kaur (10', 58') netted a brace for the Pipers, who have already qualified for the Final of the tournament, as per a Hockey India press release.

2026-01-08T14:23:57.688719+00:00 IST

HIL GC beat Shrachi Bengal Tigers 6-3 in a high-scoring HIL clash

HIL GC defeated Shrachi Bengal Tigers 6-3 in a high-scoring Men's Hockey India League 2025-26 clash at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai on Wednesday. Kane Russell (19', 36', 44'), Sam Ward (19'), Sudeep Chirmako (38') and James Albery (59') scored the goals for HIL GC while captain Jugraj Singh (12'), Tom Grambusch (40') and Christopher Ruhr (40') were the goalscorers for Shrachi Bengal Tigers.

2026-01-07T14:35:42.767955+00:00 IST

JSW Soorma Hockey Club end Women’s Hockey India League season

SW Soorma Hockey Club signed off their Women's Hockey India League 2025-26 campaign with a spirited 3-2 victory over finalists Shrachi Bengal Tigers at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi on Tuesday.

2026-01-07T12:36:02.248023+00:00 IST

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, others to grace HIL Final

Hockey India on Wednesday confirmed that Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren will be the Chief Guest for the upcoming Women's Final of the Hockey India League.

2026-01-07T11:03:13.508817+00:00 IST

SG Pipers earn a point against Shrachi Bengal Tigers in HIL clash

SG Pipers conjured a defensive masterclass illuminated by goalkeeper Bansari Solanki's superhuman saves and unyielding backline resolve to grind out a gritty 0-0 draw against Shrachi Bengal Tigers in the regulation time on Tuesday, but suffering a 6-7 sudden-death shootout loss of a thrilling Women's HIL encounter mirroring their previous pulsating encounter that also stretched to sudden death with the Tigers prevailing, as per an HIL release.

2026-01-07T07:36:00.116154+00:00 IST

PNB inaugurates revamped Hockey Academy in Delhi

Punjab National Bank (PNB), India's leading public sector bank, today inaugurated its revamped Hockey Academy in Delhi, reaffirming its long-standing commitment to promoting hockey and nurturing sporting talent in the country, according to a release.

2026-01-07T06:52:27.350422+00:00 IST

SG Pipers name Indian-heavy starting XI

SG Pipers have announced a starting XI featuring nine Indian players, the maximum allowed under league regulations for the match against Shrachi Bengal Tigers on January 6. This highlights the team's philosophy built on trust, shared responsibility, and belief in every member of the squad

2026-01-06T13:52:52.821476+00:00 IST

SG Pipers suffer a 2-3 loss against HIL GC in Men’s HIL 2025-26

SG Pipers served up a rollercoaster of attacking brilliance, midfield dynamism, and goalkeeping heroics in their Men's Hero Hockey India League 2025-26 opening game, only to suffer a heartbreaking 2-3 defeat to HIL GC.

2026-01-06T05:02:38.731041+00:00 IST

Kane Russell’s hattrick powers HIL GC to 3-2 win over SG Pipers

Ky Willott (31') and Dilraj Singh (56') scored a goal each for the Pipers, while Kane Russell (35', 37', 60') netted a hat-trick for HIL GC, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2026-01-05T16:32:50.934560+00:00 IST