Kalaburagi, Mar 1 (IANS) The Indian contingent witnessed a highly encouraging start at the ITF W35 Kalaburagi today, as Indian players delivered a wave of strong performances on the opening day of qualifying at the Chandrashekhar Patil Stadium in Kalaburagi. With 12 Indians progressing to the second and final round, the depth and competitiveness of the domestic field were firmly on display in North Karnataka.While a few seeds from overseas advanced smoothly, the spotlight remained firmly on the …
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New Delhi, Jan 31 (IANS) The second season of the Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) offered a major platform for Indian players to compete alongside top international talent. The tournament featured competitive matches and showcased several young Indian players who significantly improved their game, making a strong impact through consistent, match-winning performances. After their outstanding performances in the Women’s HIL, these players have been selected for the senior Indian women’s na…
New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Bengal Tigers forward Lalremsiami shared her thoughts on the team’s second-place finish in the Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26, describing the season as a meaningful learning opportunity for both herself and the team, and expressed confidence that they will improve and reach a higher position next year.“It was a very good season for us and I got a lot to learn from it. Of course, we wanted to win the title and become champions, but as a team I think we pe…
Bhubaneswar, Jan 17 (IANS) Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons defender Amit Rohidas praised the vibrant hockey culture in Odisha and underlined the importance of the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 in shaping players for success at the national and international levels.Speaking at the captains’ press conference ahead of the final leg, Rohidas said playing in Odisha always brings a special feeling. “Odisha is known for hockey. Wherever a tournament is held here, the crowd turns up in large numb…
Navi Mumbai, Jan 12 (IANS) Gujarat Giants’ Australian skipper Ashleigh Gardner highlighted the importance of Indian players in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) side, noting the contribution of the local players in her team’s narrow four-run victory over Delhi Capitals in Match 4 at the DY Patil Stadium on Sunday.Though New Zealander Sophie Devine (95 off 42 balls) and Gardner (49 off 26) starred with the bat to help the Giants post 209 all out in 20 overs after being asked to bat. Delhi Capitals…