India Women's Hockey Squad Announced For Asian Champions Trophy
The Indian women's hockey squad for the Asian Champions Trophy in Bhopal has been announced, featuring significant changes including the resting of veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia, who is replaced by Bansari Solanki. Head coach Sjoerd Marijne has also shuffled player roles, with Salima Tete continuing as captain for the tournament, which begins on November 19. India, as defending champions, will face Malaysia in their opening match.
India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI: Toss Delayed Due To Rain In Hamilton, Play To Resume At 9.30 AM
The toss for the third ODI between India and New Zealand has been delayed after heavy rain returned at Seddon Park in Hamilton on Tuesday. India are leading the five match series 2-0 and will be looking to seal the series
Fulton Charts India's Hockey Future: From Asia To Olympics
Indian men's hockey chief coach Craig Fulton emphasizes continental dominance as a crucial step towards global success, despite the team's disappointing World Cup record. Under his leadership since May 2023, India has secured back-to-back Asian Games gold medals and three successive Asian Champions Trophy titles, laying a strong foundation. Fulton aims to leverage early qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics to systematically plan and expose younger players to international competition, with a long-term goal of podium finishes.
India hockey coach Gurdial Singh Bhangu dies at 86
Bhangus name will forever be associated with one of the most memorable victories in Indian womens hockey: Indias 3-2 victory over England in the final at Manchester, becoming Commonwealth Games champions
India's 2002 CWG Women's Hockey Gold Coach Gurdial Singh Bhangu Dies
Gurdial Singh Bhangu, the coach who led the Indian women's hockey team to a historic gold medal at the 2002 Commonwealth Games, has passed away at 86 in Surrey, Canada. His tactical brilliance, particularly his advice during the dramatic final against England, was crucial to India's victory. Bhangu's legacy also includes coaching the Nigerian women's team and winning a silver medal at the 1998 Bangkok Asian Games with India, earning him the Dronacharya Award in 2000.
Hardik Pandya Leaves Mumbai Indians, Joins Punjab Kings In Trade For Arshdeep Singh
Hardik Pandya is set to leave Mumbai Indians and join Punjab Kings after the two franchises agreed to exchange him for left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh. The reported deal comes ahead of the IPL auction later this month and is expected to
Mohammed Shami's Emotional Goodbye: What Made The Star Pacer Walk Away From Test Cricket?
Test match fast bowler Mohammed Shami of India has retired from Test cricket via a touching Instagram message on Friday, November 6, 2026. The Indian pacer who is 35 years old said that he was saying goodbye to white jersey but
Hockey India Elections Stayed By Odisha High Court
The Odisha High Court has issued an interim order staying the Hockey India elections, originally scheduled for December 5, and a show-cause notice issued to Hockey Odisha. This decision follows a writ petition challenging the national federation's actions, which include proposing reclassification of Hockey Odisha due to alleged non-compliance with bye-laws. The court's intervention highlights an ongoing power struggle between Hockey India's president and secretary general, further complicated by the Odisha government's significant sponsorship of Indian hockey.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi Appointed Bihar Captain For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026; Check Full Squad
New batting star Vaibhav Suryavanshi has been named as the captain of the Bihar senior cricket team in the first two games of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026. This is going to be Suryavanshi's first experience in leading a senior
Asian Champions Trophy: India retains crown with a late surge
The host pumps in four goal in the last 18 minutes to get the better of Japan; Malaysia finishes third
Return of the prodigal: Hardiks homecoming at the birthplace of his dreams
Asian Champions Trophy needs a revamp
One way of raising the tournaments profile and make it more competitive could be expanding it beyond Asia
ACT: India eyes an improved show against Malaysia
The two sides will be keen to continue their unbeaten run
Asian Champions Trophy: 15 years on, a question of relevance and form
While it was always expected that the host would dominate the proceedings this year, the huge gap on the turf raises questions about the relevance of the competition, especially for India
ACT: India extends winning run, seals spot in the semifinals
Malaysia also advances to the last-four stage with a third win on the row
Murugappa Gold Cup: Last-gasp goal keeps IOCL in semifinal race
Murugappa Cup offers valuable exposure for Malaysian juniors
Murugappa Gold Cup: BPCL strengthens semifinal prospects with third straight win
Asian Champions Trophy: Jalandhar in focus as city hosts maiden international hockey tournament
India takes on Bangladesh in its tournament opener
MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup: Hockey Karnataka rallies to hold PNB
TNcoach Murray wants the players to develop a cohesive style of play
TNcoach Murray wants the players to develop a cohesive style of play
'India-Pakistan flavour will be missed': Suraj Karkera on rivals' withdrawal from ACT
India's participation in the Asian Champions Trophy will proceed without traditional rivals Pakistan, which has withdrawn. Bangladesh will replace Pakistan in the tournament, altering the competitive dynamics among the teams. Suraj Karkera expressed that the intense rivalry's absence will be missed but emphasized the team's focus on performance. The tournament is scheduled from October 27 to November 5 across Jalandhar and Mohali in Punjab.
India defended their Asian Games mens hockey title and booked a direct ticket to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics with a dominant 5-1 victory over Malaysia in the gold medal match at the Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium. The win marks the first time in history that the Indian mens team has captured back-to-back gold medals at the Asian Games.
Asian Games 2026 hockey LIVE: India eye another gold medal in final against Malaysia
India and Malaysia square off in Japan with far more than just Asian Games gold on the line. The winner walks off the turf at the Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium with an automatic ticket booked...
Hockey India official Gurinder Singh Sangha accused of harassment, sent home
This is not the first time Sangha has been involved in misdemeanour of this kind
Coach Fulton relieved afterIndia sneaks into final
Relieved but cant be happy with being 3-0 up, going to 3-3 and then win 4-3
Hockey | Bholanath calls for Executive Committee meeting, Tirkey says it is unapproved
Asian Games hockey: Indian women look to end Chinese domination
India have defeated Pakistan 4-3 in the semi-final of the mens hockey event at the ongoing Asian Games. The Harmanpreet Singh-led side secured a 3-0 lead in the second quarter, with the captain scoring twice and Sukhjeet Singh adding once. However, towards the fag end of the second quarter, they conceded a late goal and since then, Pakistan scripted a stunning comback.
Asiad Hockey: Indian women beat Singapore 7-0 to finish unbeaten, to play Korea in semifinals
The Indian women's hockey team secured a convincing 7-0 victory over Singapore in their final Pool B match. Skipper Salima Tete opened the scoring, followed by Sunelita Toppo's brace and contributions from other players. Despite earning numerous penalty corners, India struggled to convert many of them during the match. The team now prepares for a semifinal clash against Korea scheduled on September 30.
HOCKEY | Former players back Tirkey, call for reform in HI
Tirkey lodges police complaint against HI officials and staff
Asian Games 2026: Indian hockey teams don saffron jerseys in opening matches
Indian hockey teams wore saffron kits for their Asian Games opening matches. This occurred despite Hockey India's prior declaration to revert to blue uniforms. The kit color change caused internal discord within the federation leadership. Visibility issues on blue turf were cited as a reason for the saffron choice. The teams have historically worn blue jerseys since their Olympic debut.
Asian Champions Trophy: Pakistan requests AHF to shift its matches from India
Hockey India secretary general Bhola Nath Singh rejected the request, saying there won't be any change in venue for the tournament to be held in Punjabs Mohali and Jalandhar from October 27 to November 5
Hockey India, franchises mull change in HIL governance structure
Even as some of the top brass of Hockey India was present in Chandigarh for the formal announcement of the mens Asian Champions Trophy, HI president Dilip Tirkey was meeting Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and other senior government officials along with HIL franchises in New Delhi
India crowned Asia Cup champions with 4-1 win over Korea
India secured the Junior Asia Cup title by defeating Korea 4-1 in the final match. This victory marked India's sixth continental crown and secured their World Cup qualification. Ajeet Yadav and Anmol Ekka scored early goals, extending India's lead significantly. Prabhdeep Singh and Ashu Maurya added further goals, solidifying their dominant performance. Hockey India announced prize money for players and support staff following this achievement.
Hockey India strips Director General Srivastava of all powers
India's 19-goal blitz leaves Pakistan shell-shocked, seals Junior Asia Cup semi-final spot
India stormed into the semi-finals of the Womens Junior Asia Cup 2026 after producing a record-breaking 19-0 quarter-final victory over Pakistan in Moqi, China. The defending champions were in complete control from the opening stages...
Back to blue for Indias hockey players at the Asian Games
Hockey World Cup | Faith in youth and a robust defence behind Germanys dominance
Womens Hockey World Cup | Argentina breaks Dutch hearts in a shootout
Hockey World Cup: India goes down fighting to Belgium
Harmanpreet & Co. end up eighth after losing to the co-host on penalties
Hockey World Cup: Indian women down Germany for best finish in 52 years
Having picked itself up to go again, the Indian womens team earned itself a small piece of history by finishing fifth with a 3-1 win over Germany
Hockey World Championships: Indian mens team lose 1-3 to Netherlands to crash out of semifinal race
India needed to win this match at all costs to reach the last four stage, but despite a good start, the team committed mistakes in the final 10 minutes to get knocked out of podium contention
India beats Pakistan 5-3 in men's hockey World Cup
HOCKEY WORLD CUP | Marijne seemingly taps into Indian folklore to instill unity in team
When and where to watch India vs Pakistan FIH Men's Hockey World Cup clash?
India will meet Pakistan in a decisive Pool D encounter at the FIH Mens Hockey World Cup 2026 on Wednesday, August 19. The match will be played at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, Netherlands....
HOCKEY WORLD CUP | Indias inexperience hurts it in a stalemate against China
The womens team dominates the opening 30 minues but with eight debutants on show it is unable to stop its higher-ranked rival from fighting back for a draw
Savita Punia confident India can challenge world's best at Women's Hockey World Cup
India will enter the FIH Womens Hockey World Cup with renewed confidence after winning the Nations Cup. Goalkeeper Savita Punia believes that the team has shown it can compete against the strongest sides in international hockey and is confident of their success in the forthcoming tournament.
Nations Cup was a great success, now determined to win World Cup: Salima Tete
India head into the World Cup on the back of winning the FIH Nations Cup in New Zealand, and Tete believes the momentum from that success can propel the team to another medal-winning campaign on the biggest stage, the World Cup, to be held at jointly hosted by the Netherlands and Belgium from August 15 to 30
India's hockey World Cup journey: From 1971 to 2023
India's men's hockey team experienced a varied World Cup history, winning gold in 1975. The team secured bronze in the inaugural 1971 tournament and reached the final in 1973. Subsequent campaigns saw mixed results, including a fifth-place finish in 1982 and a twelfth-place finish in 1986. India hosted the event twice, finishing sixth in 2018 and ninth in 2023.
No Indian umpire at Hockey WC after 28 years, veterans say focus should be on structured pathway
Raghu Prasad, the first Asian umpire to officiate in 200 international matches before retiring last year, said appointments for elite events are based on sustained performances in top-level competitions
