Men's HIL: Tamil Nadu Dragons claim shootout bonus with 4-2 win over Ranchi Royals 

IANS | January 21, 2026 10:53 PM

Bhubaneswar, Jan 21 (IANS) The Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons edged past the Ranchi Royals 4-2 in a dramatic shootout at the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL), after a pulsating encounter ended 3-3 at full time. While the Dragons claimed the bonus point for their shootout victory, the Royals did enough to secure second place on the points table, setting up a blockbuster Qualifier 1 clash against the Kalinga Lancers on Friday.

Men's HIL: Hyderabad Toofans clinch 3-2 win against HIL GC; jump to third place

IANS | January 20, 2026 10:08 PM

Bhubaneswar, Jan 20 (IANS) With their tournament on the line, Hyderabad Toofans registered a narrow 3-2 victory against HIL GC in their last league stage match of the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday. Zachary Wallace, Amandeep Lakra, and Shilanand Lakra were on target for Hyderabad, while Kane Russell scored a brace for HIL GC.

Men's HIL: Ranchi Royals secure a thrilling shootout victory over HIL GC

IANS | January 19, 2026 10:29 PM

Bhubaneswar, Jan 19 (IANS) After a thrilling 4-4 draw over the four quarters, Ranchi Royals emerged victorious over HIL GC, beating them 4-1 in a shootout in what was a thrilling Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) clash at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Monday.

‘HIL helped me grow as a striker, handle pressure moments better’: Lalremsiami on how league toughened her for future battles

IANS | January 19, 2026 12:35 PM

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.