The return of the Hero Hockey India League (HIL) has marked a transformative moment for the sticks game in the country, reigniting the nation’s passion for the sport while breaking new ground in inclusivity and viewership.
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Apr 03, 2025 16:04
The 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2025 is set to take place from April 4 to 15 at the Major Dhyan Chand Hockey Stadium in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. The tournament will be played in the same new Division-based format as the Senior Women National Championship was played in March.
Mar 31, 2025 19:03
Rajgir, the historic city in Bihar, is all set to host the Hero Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar 2025, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Hockey India and the Bihar State Sports Authority on Monday.
The news that Rajgir would be hosting the Men's Hockey Asia Cup 2025 was earlier reported on in November 2024.
Mar 18, 2025 17:03
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) and Endeavor Streaming have announced a five-year strategic partnership to launch a re-imagined version of FIH’s global streaming service, Watch.Hockey, and drive enhanced digital engagement and fan experience opportunities for the sport.
Mar 18, 2025 07:03
The final phase of the inaugural National Women's Hockey League 2024-25 commenced Tuesday at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh AstroTurf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi, Jharkhand.
The U-21 Women's tournament will see eight of the top state teams of the country compete for the title in a round-robin league format from March 18 to March 28.
Feb 28, 2025 20:02
The stage is set for the 15th Senior Women National Championship 2025, which will take place from 1st March to 12th March at the Tau Devi Lal Hockey Stadium, Panchkula.
In a significant development, Hockey India has introduced a new format featuring a promotion and relegation system, adding an extra layer of competitiveness and excitement to the tournament.
Jan 27, 2025 19:01
Former Indian men's hockey team captain and goalkeeper PR Sreejesh was on Saturday conferred with the prestigious Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award in India.
Jan 13, 2025 19:01
The inaugural Women’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 got underway on Sunday with the Odisha Warriors thumping the Delhi SG Pipers 4-0 in Ranchi.
Yibbi Jansen (16` and 37`), Baljeet Kaur (42`) and Freeke Moes (43`) scored for the Odisha Warriors.
Jan 08, 2025 18:01
The Hero Hockey India League 2024/25 is set to be the most lucrative edition in the history of the HIL, with a prize money distribution of over Rs 10 crores ($1.2 million).
With an exciting mix of top-tier men’s and women’s hockey, this season promises not only fierce competition but also substantial rewards for both teams and individual players.
Jan 07, 2025 15:01
India will be hosting two international hockey events in 2025 - the men’s Asia Cup to be held in Rajgir, Bihar from August 27 to September 7, and the Junior Men’s World Cup in Chennai in December, the dates for which are to be confirmed.
With a spot in the 2026 World Cup in The Netherlands and Belgium on offer, The Asia Cup is going to be a keenly contested tournament.
Jan 06, 2025 19:01
The Government of Odisha on Monday announced a landmark three-year sponsorship deal for the Indian National Kho Kho team, marking a significant step forward in promoting indigenous sports in the country.
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that Odisha will invest Rs 5 crore annually from January 2025 to December 2027, with funding provided through the Odisha Mining Corporation.