Hockey

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.
Jan 02, 2025 15:01
Chess world champion D Gukesh, shooter Manu Bhaker, men's hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh and para-athlete Praveen Kumar were on Thursday named recipients of this year's Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award - the country's highest sporting honour.
Jan 02, 2025 15:01
Delhi SG Pipers has onboarded Somany Ceramics as its associate sponsor for the upcoming edition of the Hockey India League (HIL). As part of this partnership, the franchise will proudly display the ceramic tile giant's name on the collars of the men's and women's team jerseys. 
Dec 21, 2024 07:12
As the curtains come down on the riveting hockey year that was 2024, a review of how things look in the world rankings heading into the new year of 2025, that promises to bring even more thrilling hockey action your way!
Dec 19, 2024 15:12
The countdown to the Hero Hockey India League has officially begun, and the UP Rudras unveiled their jersey at a special event Thursday in the presence of Hardik Singh, Lalit Kumar Upadhyay, Sharda Nand Tiwari and Simranjeet Singh. Set to make their debut in this iconic league, returning after seven years, the team represents not just the spirit of Uttar Pradesh but the collective strength of Indian hockey.
Dec 18, 2024 18:12
Hockey India has announced that all tickets for the upcoming Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 will be free of cost for fans attending matches in Ranchi and Rourkela.