The squad features a balanced mix of experienced Indian internationals and emerging young talent, providing depth across all departments. With intense competition expected across teams, the emphasis this season is on building rhythm early and maintaining discipline across matches
SG Pipers women's captain Navneet Kaur highlighted the importance of the Hockey India League (HIL), especially in terms of exposure and interaction between Indian and foreign players, stating that the tournament plays a key role in building confidence and learning among athletes.
In a bid to grow the fanbase of hockey across multiple cities, Hockey India has announced that tickets for the forthcoming Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 will be free of cost for fans keen on catching the action live
SG Pipers women's captain Navneet Kaur highlighted the importance of the Hockey India League (HIL), especially in terms of exposure and interaction between Indian and foreign players, stating that the tournament plays a key role in building confidence and learning among athletes.
India drag-flicker Sanjay recently led the national team to a runners-up finish. At the same time, Van Doren captained Belgium to the title at the 31st Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in November 2025, underscoring the leadership pedigree both players bring to Vedanta Kalinga Lancers in the new season
With sticks down and focus sharpened, the squad's arrival marks the start of a crucial phase in what promises to be a fast, high-stakes tournament. Adding fresh direction to the group is Head Coach Sofie Gierts, who joins the team in Ranchi ahead of the season, ably supported by Indian hocke
Ranchi Royals gear up for the second season of the Hero Women's Hockey India League (HIL) that gets underway on 28th December, two young stars from Jharkhand are buzzing with excitement at the opportunity of representing their home franchise in their own backyard.
Prince Deep Singh, fresh off a strong performance at the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup where he helped India win the bronze medal, enters the Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 full of confidence. The Tamil Nadu Dragons goalkeeper stood out for India, making crucial saves in the quarterfinal
After the high of FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup where the Indian team clinched a bronze medal, backed by a valiant comeback to beat Argentina 4-2, the India Colts stars are vying to further impress with their outing in the upcoming Hero Hockey India League (HIL).
Last season, Jarmanpreet Singh emerged as one of SG Pipers' standout performers. His impressive contribution to India's Asia Cup 2025 triumph further underscores his readiness to lead from the front. Ky Willott stepped up last season with his exceptional work rate, maturity on the ball, and
The synergy between the Junior World Cup and the Hockey India League has long been a proven pathway for young stars. The 2016 Junior World Cup champions, Harmanpreet Singh, Gurjant Singh, Mandeep Singh, Krishan Bahadur Pathak, are shining examples of how junior-level exposure combined with H
The Vedanta Kalinga Lancers are heading into an action-packed year-end as their players and coaching staff take on major international assignments before assembling for the Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26, scheduled to begin in January 2026.