We are a very good competitor for the Asian Games gold: Sjoerd Marijne
The India womens hockey head coach is comfortable with the high expectations surrounding the national team
India Junior Hockey Team Rallies To Draw With Japan
The Indian junior men's hockey team secured a 3-3 draw against Japan in their second Pool A match of the Junior Asia Cup. India initially led 2-0, but Japan fought back to take a 3-2 lead in the final minute before India equalised with a penalty corner in the dying seconds.
Junior Asia Cup: India Women's Hockey Team Thrashes Malaysia
The Indian women's junior hockey team secured a dominant 11-1 victory over Malaysia in their AHF Junior Asia Cup Elite Pool match, solidifying their top position in the points table. Seven different players contributed to the scoring spree, which included goals from field play, penalty corners, and penalty strokes. This win marks India's second consecutive victory in the tournament, following their 4-1 triumph against South Korea.
India Beat Pakistan by 7 Wickets in One-Sided Women
India delivered an exceptional overall display to defeat Pakistan by seven wickets in the Women's Asia Cup 2026. Batting with a meagre total of 56 to chase, India managed to chase down their target with 68 balls to spare, emphasizing the
India Brings Pakistan to Its Knees, Bowls Them Out for Historic 55 in Women
Pakistan endured a night to forget against India in the Women's Asia Cup as their batting line-up completely collapsed, leaving them with their lowest-ever total in women's T20I cricket. India dismissed Pakistan for just 55 runs in 18.1 overs
Brian Lara Joins Ex Cricketers In Seeking Proper Medical Care For Jailed Imran Khan, Says
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India vs Pakistan Women Asia Cup 2026 Preview: Head-to-Head, Pitch Report and Squads
India Women and Pakistan Women will face off against each other in one of the most eagerly awaited matches of the Women's Asia Cup 2026 on Saturday, September 5. The big clash will take place in the Dubai International Cricket Stadium
US Open: Aryna Sabalenka Makes Unusual Complaint:
Aryna Sabalenka's US Open campaign briefly took an unexpected turn when the world No. 1 stopped play to complain about a strong cannabis smell inside Louis Armstrong Stadium. Sabalenka was already in control of her third-round clash against Uzbekistan's Kamilla Rakhimova,
Junior Asia Cup: India Starts Strong With 14-0 Victory
India's junior men's hockey team began their AHF Junior Men's Asia Cup title defence with an overwhelming 14-0 victory against Indonesia in their opening Pool A match. Prabhdeep Singh scored five goals, while captain Anmol Ekka added four and Ajeet Yadav contributed a hat-trick, showcasing India's strong attacking prowess.
Asian Games: India Women's Hockey Team Boosts Defence, Attack
India women's hockey team coach Sjoerd Marijne discusses the team's preparations for the upcoming Asian Games, focusing on improved defence and sharpening goal-scoring skills. Skipper Salima Tete and senior player Savita Punia also share insights on the team's changed mindset and strategies, highlighting lessons learned from the recent Hockey World Cup.
Indian men's cricket team will play Japan in T20 international match on 22 September to mark the 75th anniversary of India-Japan diplomatic relations. India is also going to compete in Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan from 19 September to
BCCI Cracks Down on 62 Cricketers Over Age Discrepancies, U-19 Cricketer Gets 2-Year Ban
BCCI has imposed a 2 year ban on Bengal cricketer for allegedly misrepresenting his age, weeks after he got selected for India's U-19 squad for upcoming series against Australia. Bengal's leg spinner Rohit Yadav, who is originally from Uttar
Junior Asia Cup: India's Hockey Teams Begin Title Defence
India's under-21 men's and women's hockey teams are set to begin their AHF Junior Asia Cup campaigns in Moqi, China. The men's team aims for a record-extending sixth title, while the women's team seeks a hat-trick of trophies, both having undergone extensive preparations and exposure tours.
Hockey World Cup | Faith in youth and a robust defence behind Germanys dominance
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
India roar past Pakistan 5-3 in Hockey World Cup 2026, book top-8 spot in thrilling clash
The Indian men's hockey team delivered when it mattered most, defeating arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 in a high-voltage Pool D clash at the Hockey World Cup 2026 in Amstelveen. After suffering a setback against England in their previous outing, India bounced back in style to keep their campaign alive and secure their place in the top eight. With their World Cup hopes hanging in the balance, Harmanpreet Singh and his men produced a confident display against Pakistan. India controlled the contest from the opening quarter and never allowed their opponents to take complete control of the game.
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
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
