HIL GC emerged victorious over Shrachi Bengal Tigers with a 6-3 score in a high-scoring Men’s Hockey India League 2025-26 match at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai. Kane Russell, Sam Ward, Sudeep Chirmako, and James Albery scored for HIL GC, while Captain Jugraj Singh, Tom Grambusch, and Christopher Ruhr netted for Shrachi Bengal Tigers.
The game started with a close midfield battle, with the first significant chance coming in the 11th minute when Sudeep Chirmako’s pass led to a shot hitting the post for HIL GC. Shrachi Bengal Tigers then capitalized on penalty corners, with Captain Jugraj Singh converting a penalty stroke in the 12th minute.
HIL GC turned the tide in the second quarter, scoring two quick goals in the 19th minute through Sam Ward and Kane Russell. Despite Shrachi Bengal Tigers’ efforts, they trailed by a goal at halftime. The third quarter saw HIL GC extending their lead, with Kane Russell and Sudeep Chirmako adding to the scoreline.
Shrachi Bengal Tigers fought back in the fourth quarter, scoring two goals in quick succession through Tom Grambusch and Christopher Ruhr. However, HIL GC maintained their lead, with Kane Russell completing a hattrick in the 44th minute. The match ended 6-3 in favor of HIL GC, with James Albery sealing the win in the final minutes.
