HIL 2025–26

Men’s Hero HIL 2025–26 Final Preview: Lancers and Royals Set for a Title Showdown in Bhubaneswar

The Men’s Hero Hockey India League, HIL 2025–26 reaches its defining moment on Republic Day as Vedanta Kalinga Lancers and Ranchi Royals face off in the final at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium, Bhubaneswar. It is a fitting climax to a season that has combined tactical evolution, elite international talent and high-pressure Indian performances. The two…

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Savita Punia

Hockey India Applauds Savita Punia and Baldev Singh on Padma Shri Recognition

The Indian hockey fraternity marked a moment of deep pride as Hockey India congratulated Savita Punia and Baldev Singh on being conferred with the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian honour. The recognition celebrates not only two distinguished careers, but also two very different yet equally powerful journeys that have shaped Indian hockey across generations one…

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Ranchi Royals

Birthday Boy Tom Boon Fires Ranchi Royals into the HIL 2026 Final with Dramatic 3–2 Win Over Hyderabad Toofans

On a night made for heroes, Tom Boon delivered one of the finest individual performances of the Hero Hockey India League 2026, scoring a hat-trick to propel Ranchi Royals into the final with a thrilling 3–2 victory over Hyderabad Toofans at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium. Fittingly, it came on the Belgian striker’s birthday a moment…

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Vedanta Kalinga Lancers

“We defended with discipline and took our moments,” say Arthur Van Doren and Alexander Hendrickx as Vedanta Kalinga Lancers march into the HIL 2025–26 Final

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers’ journey to the final of the Men’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 has been built on structure, patience and an unshakeable belief in their system. On Friday night at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar, those qualities were on full display as the league leaders edged Ranchi Royals 2–1 in Qualifier 1…

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HIL 2025–26

Men’s Hero HIL 2025–26 Qualifier 2 Preview: Everything on the Line as Hyderabad Toofans Face Ranchi Royals in a Do-or-Die Clash

Bhubaneswar is set for another high-voltage night as the Men’s Hero Hockey India League HIL 2025-26 reaches its most unforgiving phase. On Sunday evening, January 25, Hyderabad Toofans and Ranchi Royals will step onto the Kalinga Hockey Stadium turf knowing that there is no safety net left. One team will book a place in the…

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Vedanta Kalinga Lancers

Hendrickx Fires Vedanta Kalinga Lancers Into Hero HIL Final With Gritty Win Over Ranchi Royals

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers secured their place in the final of the Men’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Ranchi Royals in Qualifier 1 at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Friday. In a match that was defined by defensive discipline, penalty-corner efficiency and moments of individual brilliance, Alexander Hendrickx…

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Udita

Inspired by Her Triumph: Mandeep Singh Draws Motivation from Udita’s Hero HIL Title as Ranchi Royals Chase Glory

When Udita lifted the Women’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 trophy with SG Pipers, it marked the pinnacle of a remarkable season for her team. But the significance of that moment stretched well beyond the podium. Watching from the sidelines of the men’s competition was her husband, Mandeep Singh, the Ranchi Royals attacker who now…

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Indian Sports Fans

JSW Soorma Hockey Club Shock Table-Toppers Vedanta Kalinga Lancers, Hand Them First Defeat of HIL 2025–26

JSW Soorma Hockey Club produced one of the standout results of the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26 season, defeating table-toppers Vedanta Kalinga Lancers 2–1 at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday. In their final league-stage outing, the Lancers suffered their first loss of the campaign, while Soorma claimed three vital points…

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Vedanta Kalinga Lancers

Consistency the Cornerstone as Vedanta Kalinga Lancers Seal Playoff Spot in Hero Hockey India League

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers continued their dominant run in the Men’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26, securing qualification for the playoffs with a commanding 6–1 victory over SG Pipers at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Saturday. The emphatic win extended the Lancers’ unbeaten streak to five matches and consolidated their position at the top of the…

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Hyderabad Toofans

Hyderabad Toofans Dominate Shrachi Bengal Tigers 6–0 in Men’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26

Hyderabad Toofans delivered a commanding performance to begin the Bhubaneswar leg of the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26, registering a comprehensive 6–0 victory over Shrachi Bengal Tigers at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Saturday. In a display of attacking efficiency and defensive control, Zachary Wallace and Tim Brand scored hat-tricks to underline Hyderabad’s…

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Vedanta Kalinga Lancers

Dominant Vedanta Kalinga Lancers Beat SG Pipers 6–1 to Stay Top of the Men’s Hero Hockey India League

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers continued their commanding run in the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26 with a comprehensive 6–1 victory over SG Pipers at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Saturday. Opening the Bhubaneswar leg in emphatic fashion, the table-toppers stretched their winning streak to five matches and once again underlined why they have emerged…

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Ranchi Royals

Tom Boon’s Five-Goal Blitz Fires Ranchi Royals to Commanding 6–2 Win Over SG Pipers

Ranchi Royals produced one of their most authoritative performances of the Men’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 season, dismantling SG Pipers 6–2 in Ranchi on Tuesday night, with captain Tom Boon delivering a sensational five-goal masterclass. The emphatic victory not only thrilled the home supporters but also propelled the Royals up to fourth place in…

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Vedanta Kalinga Lancers

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers’ Fourth Straight Win Sends Them Top of the Table in Men’s Hero Hockey India League

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers continued their impressive start to the Men’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26, extending their unbeaten run with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Hyderabad Toofans at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi on Wednesday. The win, their fourth on the trot, propelled the Lancers to the top of…

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Indian Sports

Jugraj Singh’s Hat-Trick Powers Shrachi Bengal Tigers to Crucial 5–3 Win Over Tamil Nadu Dragons

Defending champions Shrachi Bengal Tigers produced a timely statement of intent in the Hero Hockey India League 2026 (Men), registering a pulsating 5–3 victory over Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Hockey Stadium in Ranchi on Tuesday. Led by a captain’s performance from Jugraj Singh, who struck his first hat-trick…

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Asia Cup 2025

Hockey India signs MoU with Government of Telangana to host Women’s 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers in Hyderabad

Hockey India on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Telangana to host the Women’s 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers, marking another significant milestone in India’s growing role as a global destination for elite international hockey. The qualification tournament will be held in Hyderabad from 8 to 14 March 2026….

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Hockey India League

Navneet Kaur and the making of a champion: how the Hero Women’s Hockey India League 2025–26 signalled a new era

The Hero Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26 was more than just another domestic tournament. Staged in Ranchi between December 28, 2025, and January 10, 2026, it became a statement of intent for Indian women’s hockey a league that now combines competitive credibility, commercial seriousness, and a genuine pathway for elite performance. At the center…

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Ranchi Royals

Ranchi Royals register first win of Men’s Hero HIL 2025–26 season with stunning 4–1 comeback against Shrachi Bengal Tigers

Ranchi Royals produced one of the most dramatic turnarounds of the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26 season, scoring four goals in a blistering final quarter to overpower defending champions Shrachi Bengal Tigers 4–1 and claim their first three points of the campaign. What looked like a frustrating evening for the home side for…

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Women’s Hero Hockey India League

SG Pipers edge Shrachi Bengal Tigers in shoot-out to clinch Women’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 title

SG Pipers held their nerve under pressure to defeat Shrachi Bengal Tigers 1-1 (3-2 in shoot-out) in a gripping final and lift the Women’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 title at a packed stadium in Ranchi on Saturday. In a contest defined by fine margins, defensive discipline, and goalkeeping excellence, the Pipers prevailed in the…

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Women’s Hockey India League

Hero Women’s Hockey India League 2025–26: A defining season and the rise of Sunelita Toppo

The Hero Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26 marked a decisive step forward in the professionalization of women’s hockey in India, blending competitive depth, financial backing, and a clear pathway for emerging domestic talent. Staged at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda AstroTurf Stadium in Ranchi from December 28, 2025 to January 10, 2026, the…

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JSW Soorma Hockey Club

Harmanpreet Singh Leads JSW Soorma Hockey Club to Shootout Win Over Hyderabad Toofans

Captain Harmanpreet Singh once again proved decisive as JSW Soorma Hockey Club edged past Hyderabad Toofans 3–1 in a shootout after a tightly contested 1–1 draw in regulation time in the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26 at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium on Friday. In a match defined by defensive discipline, goalkeeping excellence,…

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Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons

Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons Hold Their Nerve to Beat SG Pipers 5–4 in Shootout After Eight-Goal Thriller

Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons showcased composure under pressure to clinch a vital bonus point, edging past SG Pipers 5–4 in the shootout after an absorbing 4–4 draw in regulation time in a high-octane Men’s Hero Hockey India League encounter at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium on Friday. In a match that swung repeatedly in momentum…

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Vedanta Kalinga Lancers

“The group stayed brave,” says Jay Stacy as Vedanta Kalinga Lancers move to second spot with 2-1 win over Shrachi Bengal Tigers

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers underlined their growing confidence and tactical maturity in the Men’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Shrachi Bengal Tigers at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai on Thursday. Two late goals in the fourth quarter from Alexander Hendrickx and Boby Singh Dhami sealed the Lancers’ second…

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Soorma Hockey Club

A Season of Two Halves: What Soorma Hockey Club’s Women’s HIL Campaign Revealed About Structure, Psychology and Leadership

Soorma Hockey Club’s Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26 campaign will be remembered less for its final standing and more for the stark contrast it offered in how elite teams function under different leadership and psychological environments. Finishing fourth in a four-team league, the JSW-owned franchise endured a torrid start before staging a late resurgence…

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Vedanta Kalinga Lancers

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers climb to second after late 2–1 win over Shrachi Bengal Tigers

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers continued their upward surge in the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2025–26 with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Shrachi Bengal Tigers at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Egmore, on Thursday. A dramatic late strike from Boby Singh Dhami sealed the contest for the Lancers after Affan Yousuf had briefly restored parity…

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Hockey India League

The Sentinel of Surat: How Bansari Solanki Embodied the Defensive Evolution of the Women’s Hockey India League

The 2025–26 season of the Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) has marked a decisive step forward in the professionalisation of women’s hockey in India. With a compact yet intensely competitive format, the league has become a testing ground where international tactical standards meet the rapidly maturing Indian domestic system. Amid this landscape, one performance stood…

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