Bengaluru, Feb 23 (IANS) As the Indian women’s hockey team continues its rigorous training at the national camp in Bengaluru, the focus remains firmly on skill enhancement and tactical discipline. Under the guidance of chief coach Sjoerd Marijne and scientific advisor Wayne Lombard, the 18-year-old midfielder Sakshi Rana is utilising this opportunity to sharpen her game and learn from her experienced teammates. For Sakshi, who made a memorable senior debut last year by scoring a goal against S…
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New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) Indian men’s hockey forward Angad Bir Singh has been named in the 24-member Indian squad for the Hobart leg of the FIH Pro League 2025-26, marking his return to international action after nearly a year, as he didn’t play for the senior team since making his international debut against Ireland during the FIH Pro League 2024–25 season in Bhubaneswar. The upcoming matches will also serve as Angad’s first overseas assignment with the India Men’s Hockey team, as the…
New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) Aditya Arjun Lalage’s path from Pune’s Krida Prabodhini to the international hockey arena has been marked by dedication. He first appeared in the senior team against Germany during the 2024 Test series, and after two years of honing his skills, he’s prepared to regain his position. Now part of the 33-member Senior Men National Coaching Camp in Rourkela, Aditya is aiming for a powerful comeback before the FIH Men’s Pro League 2025-26.Aditya’s return to the national t…
Mumbai, Jan 27 (IANS) As the new season of the FIH Hockey Pro League approaches for the Indian men’s side, head coach Craig Fulton and captain Harmanpreet Singh are looking forward to making it a successful season in which the country will also be fighting out in the World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands and the Asian Games in Japan to seal a direct berth to the Los Angeles Olympics.Thus, the Pro League will act as an early preparation for the season, as the team will try to work out variou…
Bhubaneswar, Jan 27 (IANS) Kalinga Lancers were crowned Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 champions after a thrilling 3-2 win against Ranchi Royals at Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Monday. After securing the title, Captain Arthur Van Doren reflected on the challenges faced throughout the season and credited the victory to the team’s chemistry and the home crowd’s support. The championship victory signifies the end of a swift four-week preparation period for the team. Emphasising the challenge of for…
Bhubaneswar, Jan 25 (IANS) Ranchi Royals registered a sensational 3-2 win against Hyderabad Toofans in qualifier 2 of the men’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 here at the iconic Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar. It was a hat-trick of goals by Tom Boon (13′, 15′, 34′) that ensured Royals book their place in the final against Vedanta Kalinga Lancers on Monday. Meanwhile, for Toofans, Jacob Anderson (5′) and Amandeep Lakra (38′) scored a goal each.It was a top-class action between the two team…
Bhubaneswar, Jan 17 (IANS) Shrachi Bengal Tigers captain Jugraj Singh expressed confidence and optimism ahead of the final leg of the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2026, praising the growing fan support across venues and highlighting Odisha’s pivotal role in promoting the sport in India.Speaking at the captains’ press conference, Jugraj said it feels “extremely encouraging” to see strong public backing for hockey wherever the teams play. “From Chennai to Ranchi, the support has bee…
Bhubaneswar, Jan 17 (IANS) Vedanta Kalinga Lancers captain Arthur Van Doren expressed optimism and appreciation for the growing stature of the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2026, highlighting strong local support, the league’s international character, and the high-quality venues hosting the tournament.Speaking at the captains’ press conference ahead of the final leg to be played at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Doren said he is hopeful of witnessing a packed and energetic stadium. …
Ranchi, Jan 16 (IANS) Ranchi Royals continued to build on their winning run in the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL), registering their third win on the bounce to prevail 4-1 against JSW Soorma Hockey Club in their final home game of the season at the Marang Gomke Jagpal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi on Friday.A brace from Tom Boon (20’, 22’) and goals from Mandeep Singh (47’) and Manmeet Singh Rai (14’) helped Ranchi Royals jump to third place on the points table. Meanwhile,…
Ranchi, Jan 10 (IANS) 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. Captain Navneet Kaur, Juana Castellaro and Lola Riera scored and Bansari Solanki made crucial saves in the shootout to help SG Pipers win the Final.Hockey India League announc…