Men’s Pro League: Dilip Tirkey congratulates India on strong end to Bhubaneswar leg with win over England

IANS | February 25, 2025 11:23 PM

Bhubaneswar, Feb 25 (IANS) The Indian men’s hockey team ended the Bhubaneswar leg of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 on a high, securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory over England at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium here on Tuesday. Captain Harmanpreet Singh led from the front, scoring twice to propel India to a crucial win and lift them to third place in the standings.

Women's Pro League: India beat World No. 1 Netherlands 2-1 in shootout, Hockey India announces cash prize

IANS | February 25, 2025 8:27 PM

Bhubaneswar, Feb 25 (IANS) After a thrilling 2-2 draw, India grabbed the bonus point as they defeated the reigning champions and World Cup winners Netherlands 2-1 via a shootout in a Women's FIH Hockey Pro League match at the Kalinga Stadium here on Tuesday. Despite being two goals down, India made a remarkable comeback in the third quarter with goals coming from Deepika (35’) and Baljeet Kaur (43’). Captain Pien Sanders ( 17’) and Fay van der Elst (28’) scored for the Netherlands.

Women's Pro League: Holders Netherlands defeat India 4-2

IANS | February 24, 2025 11:35 PM

Bhubaneswar, Feb 24 (IANS) Despite their valiant efforts, India suffered a 2-4 loss against reigning champions the Netherlands in the FIH Hockey Women's Pro League 2024/25 at the Kalinga Stadium here on Monday. Felice Albers (34’, 47’), Emma Reijnen (7’), and Fay van der Elst (40’) scored for the Netherlands while Udita (18’, 42’) scored an impressive brace for India.

Malaysia to host third edition of FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup in June

IANS | February 24, 2025 4:55 PM

Lausanne, Feb 24 (IANS) Malaysia will host the third edition of the FIH Hockey Men's Nations Cup from June 15-21, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) announced on Monday. The tournament features eight participating teams -- France, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, and Wales, with the winners qualifying for the 2025-26 FIH Hockey Pro League, the top league in world hockey.

Men's FIH Pro League: Dominant India defeat Ireland 4-0 for clean sweep

IANS | February 22, 2025 10:52 PM

Bhubaneswar, Feb 22 (IANS) India put in a fine performance to defeat minnows Ireland 4-0 in the ongoing Men's FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 at the world-class Kalinga Hockey Stadium here on Saturday, completing a clean sweep against the European team in their two-match mini-match.

Women's FIH Pro League: India take revenge, clinch 1-0 victory over Germany

IANS | February 22, 2025 8:40 PM

Bhubaneswar, Feb 22 (IANS) It was redemption for the Indian women’s hockey team as it exacted revenge for its defeat in the first match with a 1-0 win against Germany in the ongoing women's FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 match at the Kalinga Stadium here on Saturday. Deepika (12’) was the sole goal scorer, ensuring India climbed to the seventh spot on the points table.