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Navneet Kaur (L) was the star of the show once again for India. Credit: Hockey India

Navneet Kaur hat-trick seals India's qualification to Hockey World Cup; hosts thrash Wales 4-1 in Hyderabad

March 12, 2026 9:57 am

India's win against Wales ensured India have qualified for the Hockey World Cup.

Rutuja Dadaso Pisal (L) in action against Scotland during FIH World Cup qualifiers. (Credit: Hockey India)

FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers: Wasteful India settle for 2-2 draw against Scotland

March 09, 2026 11:08 pm

Playing against a lower-ranked opponent, India put in a disappointing show and were unable to capitalise on the opportunities created, as well as they should have, when they had the ball.

Argentina thrashed India 8-0 in Pro League hockey. (PHOTO: Hockey India)

India thrashed 8-0 by Argentina: Harmanpreet Singh and Co concede 7 goals in first half from hell in Pro League match

February 13, 2026 9:39 am

Every goal India conceded came from a simple mistake, while they squandered opportunities too

Ranchi Royals confirmed their second-place finish in the group phase of Hockey India League. (PHOTO: HIL)

Hockey India League: Ranchi Royals clinch 2nd spot after 3-3 draw against TN Dragons; three out of four playoff spots confirmed

January 21, 2026 10:13 pm

Ranchi Royals will face Kalinga Lancers in Qualifier 1, while Hyderabad Toofans are also assured of their place in the top four.

Amandeep Lakra was on target again as Hyderabad Toofans prevailed in a must-win match to stay alive in race for playoffs. (PHOTO: HIL)

Hockey India League: Hyderabad Toofans beat HIL GC 3-2 in must-win last league match and all but seal playoffs spot; Soorma HC keep slim hopes alive

January 20, 2026 10:04 pm

Last edition's finalists Hyderabad Toofans moved into third place with this win and their healthy goal difference should see them hold on to a place in the top four.

Alexander Hendrickx helped Vedanta Kalinga Lancers continue their unbeaten run in the eight-team Hockey India League in Ranchi on Wednesday. (Photo: HIL)

Alexander Hendrickx’s solitary goal helps Lancers maintain unbeaten run

January 14, 2026 11:22 pm

Strike in the 40th minute takes league leaders past Hyderabad Toofans

Alexander Hendrickx scored two goals as Kalinga Lancers started the season with a fine 4-2 win against Ranchi Royals. (Credit: Hockey India League)

Hockey India League: Kalinga Lancers, last season's entertainers, begin with encouraging 4-2 win against Ranchi Royals

January 04, 2026 11:25 pm

Braces from Alexander Hendrickx and Gursahibjit Singh helped Kalinga Lancers start Hockey India League 2026 campaign with a 4-2 win over Ranchi Royals.