Women’s HIL: All-round Pipers romp to come-from-behind win over Soorma Hockey Club

IANS | January 3, 2026 8:50 PM

Ranchi, Jan 3 (IANS) SG Pipers produced a masterclass of attacking flair, midfield chemistry, and goalkeeping heroics to dismantle Soorma Hockey Club 3-1, extending their unbeaten run and solidifying their position atop the points table in the Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 with a performance brimming with resilience and ruthless execution in Ranchi on Saturday.

Men's HIL 2026: Lancers eye a strong start against Ranchi ahead of their campaign opener

IANS | January 3, 2026 6:07 PM

Chennai, Jan 3 (IANS) Strong contenders Kalinga Lancers are all set to face debutants Ranchi Royals in their first match of the Men's Hockey India League (HIL) at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai on Sunday.

Men's HIL: ‘Calm and clear’ Harmanpreet ready to take on reigning champions Bengal

IANS | January 3, 2026 2:42 PM

Chennai, Jan 3 (IANS) Soorma Hockey Club captain Harmanpreet Singh has said his side is fully prepared and eager for the challenge as they gear up to face reigning champions Bengal Tigers in their opening match of the Hockey India League (HIL) on Sunday.

Women's HIL 2025-26: Rutuja, Sakshi score as Ranchi Royals beat Soorma Hockey Club 2-0

IANS | January 2, 2026 10:09 PM

Ranchi, Jan 2 (IANS) Rutuja Dadaso Pisal (30') and Sakshi Rana (54') scored a goal each as Ranchi Royals defeated Soorma Hockey Club 2-0 in their Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 encounter at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf Stadium in Ranchi on Friday.

Men's HIL: Hosts Tamil Nadu Dragons take on Hyderabad Toofans in opener

IANS | January 2, 2026 6:54 PM

Chennai, Jan 2 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Dragons will take on Hyderabad Toofans in the opening match as the men's Hockey India League (HIL) kicks off at the famous Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, in Chennai on Saturday.

Sjoerd Marijne returns as chief coach of Indian women's hockey team

IANS | January 2, 2026 12:32 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) Hockey India on Friday announced the appointment of Sjoerd Marijne as the chief coach of the Indian women's hockey team, marking the return of the Dutchman to the Indian set-up after a historic performance at the Tokyo Olympic Games when the team finished fourth in only their second appearance at the quadrennial event in more than 36 years.

Women's HIL 2025-26: Shrachi Bengal Tigers beat SG Pipers 3-3 (4-3 SO) in thrilling clash

IANS | January 1, 2026 10:26 PM

Ranchi, Jan 1 (IANS) Shrachi Bengal Tigers held their nerve in a dramatic Women’s Hockey India League 2025-26 encounter to edge past SG Pipers 4-3 in a shootout after the two sides were locked at 3-3 at the end of regulation time, with Lalremsiami’s sudden-death conversion sealing the bonus point after a pulsating contest.

Indian hockey's new year highlighted by World Cup ambitions and Asian Games title defense

IANS | January 1, 2026 3:26 PM

New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) After a year of notable accomplishments, the Indian Hockey team is set to begin 2026 with a busy schedule that includes several major international tournaments. They will compete in the FIH Men’s World Cup and aim to defend their Asian Games title in Japan, making the upcoming year primarily focused on key international matches.

Ranchi Royals, Tamil Nadu Dragons focus on sharp execution and strong circle defence

IANS | January 1, 2026 12:25 PM

New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) As the Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 season draws closer, the Ranchi Royals and Tamil Nadu Dragons are taking shape, each with a clear tactical identity. While the Royals are built around speed, versatility and attacking transitions, the Dragons have focused on a solid defensive unit backed by top-class goalkeeping and reliable penalty-corner options.

Women's HIL: SG Pipers continue winning momentum with narrow 1-0 victory over Soorma Hockey Club

IANS | December 31, 2025 10:03 PM

Ranchi, Dec 31 (IANS) The SG Pipers put in a composed and disciplined performance to edge past Soorma Hockey Club 1-0 in a tightly contested Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) encounter in Ranchi on Wednesday, with the Pipers' captain Navneet Kaur’s early strike proving decisive as the table-toppers registered their second consecutive victory.

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Women’s HIL: All-round Pipers romp to come-from-behind win over Soorma Hockey Club

Men's HIL 2026: Lancers eye a strong start against Ranchi ahead of their campaign opener

Men's HIL: ‘Calm and clear’ Harmanpreet ready to take on reigning champions Bengal

Women's HIL 2025-26: Rutuja, Sakshi score as Ranchi Royals beat Soorma Hockey Club 2-0

Men's HIL: Hosts Tamil Nadu Dragons take on Hyderabad Toofans in opener

Sjoerd Marijne returns as chief coach of Indian women's hockey team

Women's HIL 2025-26: Shrachi Bengal Tigers beat SG Pipers 3-3 (4-3 SO) in thrilling clash

Indian hockey's new year highlighted by World Cup ambitions and Asian Games title defense

Ranchi Royals, Tamil Nadu Dragons focus on sharp execution and strong circle defence

Women's HIL: SG Pipers continue winning momentum with narrow 1-0 victory over Soorma Hockey Club

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