Hockey

HIL: SG Pipers continue their winning momentum

The Pipers began on a disciplined note, moving the ball with pace and purpose, and their intent was rewarded early in the contest. Captain Navneet Kaur (4') put her side ahead early with a moment of individual brilliance. Intercepting a pass in her own half, Navneet surged forward on a scintillating run, dribbled past two Soorma defenders near the circle and calmly fired a well-placed shot to open the scoring, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2025-12-31T16:38:04.782520+00:00 IST

Ranchi Royals enjoy dominant 5-0 win over Shrachi Bengal Tigers

Lucina von der Heyde (33',57'), Hannah Cotter (10'), Beauty Dungdung (14') and Sangita Kumari (44') registered goals for Ranchi Royals. Ranchi Royals started the match on a strong note, controlling possession of the ball and creating an array of chances on goal. In the first half itself, the Royals had made 17 circle entries, asserting their dominance in attack.

2025-12-30T16:34:06.637735+00:00 IST

Punjab Hockey Academy lift Junior Men Academy Championship title

Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy clinched the title at the 3rd Hockey India Junior Men Academy Championship 2025 - Zone A & B, while Namdhari XI secured third place at the Veer Narmad South Gujarat University Hockey Ground in Surat on Tuesday, according to a Hockey India release.

2025-12-30T11:14:27.707972+00:00 IST

Soorma Hockey Club begins campaign

For the women's team of Soorma Hockey Club, the new season doesn't begin with big declarations- it begins with familiarity, trust and a group that knows how close it came.

2025-12-30T10:44:00.917559+00:00 IST

Udhayanidhi Stalin inaugurates Hockey Stadium in Coimbatore

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Monday inaugurated the Hockey Stadium in Coimbatore.

2025-12-30T07:37:58.579059+00:00 IST

A year that saw Indian Men's Hockey Team retain Asia No. 1 status

A resounding victory at the Asia Cup in Rajgir, Bihar reinstated Indian Men's Hockey Team's status as the No.1 side in Asia. The title victory after a gap of eight years was a highlight of 2025 for Craig Fulton and team as they trounced giants like Korea, China and Malaysia in the tournament

2025-12-30T07:28:02.894375+00:00 IST

Soorma Hockey,Pipers boast defensive stalwarts,clinical finishers

As the Men's Hockey India League (HIL) heads into the 2026 season, JSW Soorma Hockey Club and SG Pipers are shaping up as strong contenders, each following a distinct approach. While Soorma continues to rely on a core group of proven international stars to maintain their status as a dominant force, the Pipers have opted for a fresh direction by rebuilding their squad and focusing on developing local talent into a competitive and well-balanced unit

2025-12-30T07:27:45.605148+00:00 IST

Shrachi Bengal Tigers begin Women's HIL campaign with 1-0 win

Shrachi Bengal Tigers registered a 1-0 victory over JSW Soorma Hockey Club in their first match of the Women's Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 Season at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf Stadium in Ranchi on Monday. Agustina Gorzelany's (11') powerful drag flick gave the Shrachi Bengal Tigers the lead in the first quarter and despite JSW Soorma Hockey Club's dominant attacking display, they were unable to breach the Tigers' stellar defence for the rest of the game

2025-12-29T17:30:04.086338+00:00 IST

"Definitely one of those top five countries...": Alexander

Belgium and Vedanta Kalinga Lancers star Alexander Hendrickx believes India have what it takes to challenge for the Hockey World Cup title next year, ending a long wait for global glory.

2025-12-29T17:14:31.487649+00:00 IST

Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy wins 2-0 in finals

Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy won the 3rd Hockey India Sub Junior Men Academy Championship 2025 - Zone A & B title at the Veer Narmad South Gujarat University Hockey Ground in Surat, Gujarat on Monday. Army Boys Sports Company finished as the runner-ups, while Sail Hockey Academy finished in third place

2025-12-29T13:18:51.832623+00:00 IST

Hardik to lead HIL Governing Council Team

As the Men's Hockey India League (HIL) returns for yet another exciting season, the HIL Governing Council Team (HIL GC) and Vedanta Kalinga Lancers will look to make strong starts to their campaigns and secure a playoff spot, with both sides boasting a blend of experienced internationals and seasoned Indian talent

2025-12-29T11:43:18.805912+00:00 IST

Women's HIL: SG Pipers beat Ranchi Royals 2-0 in opening clash

Captain Navneet Kaur and Teresa Viana scored the goals for SG Pipers

2025-12-29T08:42:27.324731+00:00 IST

Army Boys Sports Company defeats Ritu Rani Hockey Academy 5-1

With wins in their respective semi-final matches, Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy and Army Boys Sports Company progressed to the finals of the 3rd Hockey India Sub Junior Men Academy Championship 2025 - Zone A & B at the Veer Narmad South Gujarat University Hockey Ground in Surat, Gujarat on Sunday

2025-12-28T11:41:29.599034+00:00 IST

Indian Junior Men’s Hockey Team cap off a successful 2025

The foundation of the campaign was laid through a series of intensive national training camps held throughout the year under the guidance of PR Sreejesh. Through these camps, the coach built a squad and prepared the players to be at their best as the season progressed towards the Junior World Cup in December, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2025-12-28T09:44:36.651902+00:00 IST

Women’s Hockey India League set for high-octane second season

The second season of the Women's Hockey India League is all set to push the standards of women's hockey even higher when it gets underway in Ranchi from December 28 to January 10. Building on the success of the inaugural edition, which saw packed stands and high-quality contests, the upcoming season will once again bring together India's top talent and leading international stars in a compact, high-intensity window

2025-12-27T09:39:56.351687+00:00 IST

SG Pipers aim for redemption in Women’s HIL

After finishing last in the inaugural season of the Women's Hockey India League (HIL) with just two wins, one of them coming in a shootout, and managing only four goals across six league matches, SG Pipers will head into the upcoming season determined to turn things around and address their struggles in front of goal, as per an HIL release.

2025-12-26T12:17:23.045898+00:00 IST

Hardik Singh named captain of HIL Governing Council squad

Indian midfielder Hardik Singh has been named as the Captain of the Hockey India League (HIL) Governing Council Team for the forthcoming Men's Hockey India League scheduled to begin on 3rd January 2026 at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Chennai, as per an HIL release.

2025-12-26T10:19:26.404296+00:00 IST

Harmanpreet, Hardik eye strong HIL ahead of WC, Asian Games

India and Soorma Hockey Club Captain Harmanpreet Singh said he is keen to maximise the HIL 2025-26 window ahead of a decisive year for the national team.

2025-12-26T08:47:20.751744+00:00 IST

Ghumanhera Riser’s Academy defeates Raja Karan Hockey Academy

Ghumanhera Riser's Academy, Pritam Siwach Hockey Academy, Sonepat, S.G.P.C Hockey Academy, and Army Boys Sports Company registered emphatic victories on Day 2 of the 3rd Hockey India Junior Men Academy Championship 2025 - Zone A & B

2025-12-25T14:56:37.791702+00:00 IST

Soorma Hockey Club unveils new jersey at Sitaare Aur Soorma

Held at the Ramchandra University Ground, the event unfolded not as a formal showcase but as a shared hockey experience--one where students, fans, media, and players occupied the same space, united by the game

2025-12-25T14:34:30.939950+00:00 IST

Shrachi Bengal Tigers ready to roar again in Women's HIL

After finishing third in the inaugural season of the Women's Hockey India League (HIL), Shrachi Bengal Tigers will be determined to make their mark in the upcoming edition of the tournament, which begins on December 28

2025-12-25T11:21:52.106183+00:00 IST