Rourkela, Feb 9 (IANS) After making a strong return from injury through an impressive campaign in the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL), one of India’s rising and most promising forwards, Araijeet Singh Hundal, is set to feature in the upcoming FIH Men’s Pro League 2025–26 matches from February 10 to 15 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium. India will play their first match against Belgium on February 11. Araijeet entered the HIL season after recovering from an injury during training that for…
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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…
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 27 (IANS) Kalinga Lancers won the Men’s Hockey India League 2025-26 title with a 3-2 win over Ranchi Royals in the final at Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Monday, finishing their season with a run marked by consistency, discipline, and team clarity, and head coach Jay Stacy said that the championship reflected ‘everything the group committed to over the season. The Lancers’ championship victory was the result of a commanding season, in which they led the league standings and secu…
Bhubaneswar, Jan 26 (IANS) Vedanta Kalinga Lancers defeated Ranchi Royals 3-2 in a thrilling final to claim the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) title in front of home fans at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Monday. Alexander Hendrickx (4’, 27′) and Dilpreet Singh (25’) scored for the Lancers. Meanwhile, Araijeet Singh Hundal (9′) and captain Tom Boon (59′) were the goal scorers for Ranchi Royals.Hockey India League (HIL) announced prize money of INR 3 crore to champions Vedant…
Bhubaneswar, Jan 26 (IANS) The stage is set for an exciting showdown in the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26, with Kalinga Lancers taking on Ranchi Royals in the final at the renowned Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Monday. With the season’s top prize at stake, two of the most steady and well-rounded teams in the tournament will compete for the title. Kalinga Lancers secured their place in the final by finishing first in the league with 16 points and then narrowly defeating Ranchi Royals …
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 24 (IANS) The fight for a spot in the final of the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26 now reaches its critical phase as Hyderabad Toofans face Ranchi Royals in Qualifier 2, set to be played on Sunday at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium.Qualifier 2 will be a decisive match, with the winner securing a spot in the final where the table-toppers and Qualifier 1 winners, Kalinga Lancers, await. The losing team willcompete in the 3rd/4th place match against HIL GC.Hyderabad Toofans …
Bhubaneswar, Jan 24 (IANS) Kalinga Lancers secured their place in the final of the Men’s Hockey India League 2025–26 by defeating Ranchi Royals 2-1 in Qualifier 1 at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Friday, and captain Arthur Van Doren attributed the team’s success to their discipline and shared work ethic.The Kalinga Lancers’ advance to the final has been supported by strong defensive play. Throughout the season, the team, which had previously topped the league stage with 16 points, conced…
Bhubaneswar, Jan 23 (IANS) Alexander Hendrickx bagged a brace of goals as Vedanta Kalinga Lancers booked their spot in the final of the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2026, securing a 2-1 win against Ranchi Royals at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Friday.Hendrickx bagged a brace of goals to give his side a 2-0 lead before Mandeep Singh pulled one back for the Royals. But in the end, they failed to find the equaliser and went down fighting.Ranchi Royals began the game on the fron…