Ranchi, Dec 29 (IANS) Shrachi Bengal Tigers registered a 1-0 victory over Soorma Hockey Club in their first match of the Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 season at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf Stadium in Ranchi on Monday. Agustina Gorzelany’s (11’) powerful drag flick gave the Shrachi Bengal Tigers the lead in the first quarter and despite JSW Soorma Hockey Club’s dominant attacking display, they were unable to breach the Tigers’ stellar defence for the rest of…
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Ranchi, Dec 29 (IANS) For the women’s team of Soorma Hockey Club, the new season doesn’t begin with big declarations – it starts with familiarity, trust and a group that knows how close it came. As they take the field for their first match of the Hockey India League 2025-26, against Shrachi Bengal Tigers on Monday, Soorma are focused less on making statements and more on settling into their rhythm.After topping the points table in the inaugural season before narrowly missing out in the fin…
New Delhi, Dec 27 (IANS) Indian women’s hockey stalwart Savita Punia is in a reflective yet determined phase of her career as he prepares herself for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.Speaking exclusively to IANS ahead of the Hockey India League (HIL) season with Soorma Hockey Club, the experienced goalkeeper opened up about her retirement plans, evolving relationship with Rani Rampal, the rise of young talent, leadership dynamics and her hopes for World Cup qualification.Soorma had a strong s…
New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) India men’s hockey stars Harmanpreet Singh and Hardik Singh are eyeing Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 as a pivotal platform to shape their form and confidence ahead of a demanding international calendar that features the FIH Pro League, FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, and 2026 Asian Games. India and Soorma Hockey Club captain Harmanpreet Singh stated that he is keen to maximise the Hero HIL 2025-26 window before a decisive year for the national team.“Hero HIL 2026…
New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) After an illustrious playing career, former India women’s hockey team captain Rani Rampal has stepped into a new role, this time from the sidelines. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Rani opened up about her transition from player to coach, the challenges of managing diverse personalities, her vision for Soorma Hockey Club at the Hockey India League (HIL) 2026, and what it’s like working alongside long-time teammate Savita Punia in a mentor’s role. For Rani, …
Chennai, Dec 24 (IANS) The Soorma Hockey Club on Wednesday brought together legends of the game, current internationals, and young academy players for a special event in Chennai that celebrated both heritage and the future of the sport. On the occasion, the Hockey India League (HIL) side also unveiled its new jersey for the upcoming 2026 season.Held at the Ramchandra University Ground, the event unfolded not as a formal showcase but as a shared hockey experience—one where students, fans, media…
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) After topping the points table in the inaugural season before narrowly missing out in the final, Soorma Hockey Club will enter the second season of the Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) determined to go one step further and mount another serious title challenge.One of Soorma Hockey Club’s greatest strengths is its goalkeeping department. The team boasts legendary goalkeeper and co-captain Savita, who recently reached the landmark of 300 international caps for India, …
New Delhi, Dec 23 (IANS) Soorma Hockey Club (SHC) has announced that it will retain the same on-field leadership for its men’s and women’s teams in the upcoming editions of the Hockey India League.The highly experienced Harmanpreet Singh will continue to lead the men’s team, while senior goalkeeper Savita Punia and midfielder Salima Tete will serve as co-captains of the women’s team.Harmanpreet’s defensive command and world-class drag-flicking ability have been pivotal, bringing both sta…