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Indian men's team raring to go against Argentina in European Leg of FIH Hockey Pro League
New Delhi, June 10: The Indian men's hockey team has not had the best start to the European leg of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 (Men). While the narrow defeats against the Netherlands are now in the past, the team is now preparing for its next challenge against Argentina in Amsterdam.
We are aware of the task at hand: Harmanpreet & Co. raring to go against Argentina in European leg of FIH Pro League
New Delhi, June 10: The Indian men’s hockey team has not had the best start to the European leg of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25. While the narrow defeats against the Netherlands are now in the past, the team is now preparing for its next challenge against Argentina in Amsterdam.
FIH Hockey Pro League: India go down fighting 2-3 against the Netherlands
Amstelveen, June 9: The Indian Men’s Hockey Team went down fighting 2-3 against the Netherlands in a thrilling FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 (Men’s) at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, Netherlands.
India aims to bounce back after narrow loss against Netherlands in FIH Hockey Pro League
Amstelveen, June 8: After a closely contested match which ended in 1-2 loss against the Netherlands in their FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 (Men), the Indian Men's Hockey Team is eager to bounce back in their second encounter against the World No. 1 side on 9th June 2025 at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, Netherlands.
FIH Pro League: Harman slots opener but India slump to 1-2 loss against Netherlands
Amtelveen, June 7: The Indian men’s hockey team failed to capitalise on the lead provided by skipper Harmanpreet Singh and went down 1-2 to World No.1 the Netherlands in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 (Men’s) at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, on Saturday.
Hockey India extends wishes to Hardik Singh for completing 150 international caps
Amsterdam, June 7: Indian men's hockey team vice-captain Hardik Singh reached a significant personal milestone on Saturday, earning his 150th international cap during India's opening match of the European leg of the FIH Pro League 2024-25 against the Netherlands.
'When the opportunity comes, I will be ready', says India's women's hockey reserve goalie Bansari Solanki
New Delhi, June 5: For Bansari Solanki, being a reserve goalkeeper for the Indian women's hockey team is not a place of uncertainty—it is a position of patience, preparation, and pride. The 24-year-old from Surat, Gujarat, has been part of the senior national camp for the past two years and was recently named as a reserve goalkeeper in India's squad for the upcoming European leg of the FIH Pro League 2024–25.
Indian Men's Hockey Team leaves for European leg of FIH Pro League 2024-25
Bengaluru, May 29: The Indian Men's Hockey Team has departed from Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport, ahead of their European leg of the FIH Pro League 2024-25, which is scheduled to take place in Amstelveen, the Netherlands and Antwerp, Belgium from June 7 to 22.
Hockey India announces 24-member India Team for FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 European leg
New Delhi, May 22: Hockey India on Thursday announced the 24-member Indian Men's Hockey Team for the European leg of FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 (Men), which is scheduled to take place in Amstelveen, the Netherlands and Antwerp, Belgium from June 7 to June 22, as per a release from Hockey India.
Hockey: Back in national camp, forward Selvam Karthi is hungry for games and goals
New Delhi, May 15: The Indian men's hockey team is preparing for their European leg of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25, where they will face the likes of the Netherlands, Argentina, Australia and Belgium. And making his comeback in the national camp is the forward Selvam Karthi.
It felt like everything I had worked for was slipping away, but I didn't give up: Pratap Lakra's gritty comeback leads to Hockey Senior National
New Delhi, May 6: For Pratap Lakra, the path to the Indian senior men's hockey camp has been anything but linear. The 24-year-old defender from Sundargarh, Odisha, a district known for producing hockey stalwarts, has scripted a powerful comeback story after his career derailed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hockey India names 54-member core probable group for senior men's national coaching camp
New Delhi, April 24: Hockey India has announced a 54-member core probable squad for the upcoming senior men's national coaching camp, beginning on April 25, 2025, at the SAI Centre in Bengaluru.
Seemed impossible, but I made it: Pooja Yadav on her journey from Varanasi to Indian women's hockey team
Bengaluru, April 18: At 21, Pooja Yadav, who hails from the outskirts of Varanasi, has become the first-ever woman from the Purvanchal region to make it to the Indian hockey team.
Indian hockey stars show solidarity with children in conflict zones on International Day of Sport for Development and Peace
New Delhi, April 7: On the occasion of the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, observed annually on April 6, Indian hockey stars proudly joined the global #WhiteCard Campaign, standing in solidarity with the peace-through-sport movement.
'It will always remains the most memorable match of my life: Harmanpreet Singh on India's backs-to-the-wall win against Great Britain at Paris 2024
New Delhi April 5: Harmanpreet Singh, Indian field hockey player and the captain of the Indian national hockey team, has reflected on the difficulty of playing 43 minutes with one less player against a strong Great Britain team.
Defender of the Year honour fuels my drive to contribute, says Amit Rohidas
New Delhi, March 26: Indian men's hockey team stalwart Amit Rohidas has shared his reaction after being honoured with the Pargat Singh Award for Defender of the Year 2024 at the recently held Hockey India 7th Annual Awards and expressed his surprise and gratitude, reflecting on the hard work and teamwork that contributed to this achievement.
Hockey India's 7th Annual Awards: Indian players reflect on achievements, future goals
New Delhi, March 16: At the Hockey India 7th Annual Awards 2024, the spotlight was on the Indian men's hockey team as key players reflected on their journey, challenges, and future ambitions. From their dominance in Asia to their aspirations for the World Cup, the players shared their insights on the team's progress.
'Harmanpreet said he'll try to win to make it memorable for me', says forward Arshdeep on his senior debut
New Delhi, March 12: The 20-year-old forward Arshdeep Singh has recently been in the spotlight for his consistent performances, earning him his senior India debut at the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 (Men) in Bhubaneswar.
'Target was to score on my first game': Sakshi Rana on her dream senior team debut
New Delhi, March 7: At just 17, Sakshi Rana made headway into the Indian squad and showed incredible potential at the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25, her debut senior international tournament in Indian colours, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.
From 'double jalebi' magic to national colours: Angad Bir Singh reflects on his dream debut for India
New Delhi, March 6: Angad Bir Singh became an overnight sensation after scoring a stunning 'double jalebi' goal during a shootout for the Vedanta Kalinga Lancers against one of the world's best goalkeepers, David Harte, who was representing Tamil Nadu Dragons in the recently concluded Hockey India League.
Very good learning...: Indian players laud former Australian player McCann's role in Bhubaneswar camp
New Delhi, February 27: The Indian Men's Hockey Team's recent performance at FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 (Men), where they won five out of eight matches, was backed by a week-long coaching camp for strikers held in Bhubaneswar.
Good learning point for us: Mandeep reflects on camp with McCann ahead of Pro League matches
New Delhi, Feb 27: The Indian men's hockey team's recent performance at the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 (Men) where they won five out of eight matches was backed by a week-long coaching camp for strikers held in Bhubaneswar.
Women's FIH Pro League: India hope to end home leg on a high against Netherlands
Bhubaneswar, Feb 23: The Indian women's hockey team will aim to end the home leg of the FIH Pro League 2024-25 on a high as they prepare to face the reigning champions, the Netherlands at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium here on February 24 and 25.
Men's FIH Pro League: Dominant India defeat Ireland 4-0 for clean sweep
Bhubaneswar, Feb 22: India put in a fine performance to defeat minnows Ireland 4-0 in the ongoing Men's FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 at the world-class Kalinga Hockey Stadium here on Saturday, completing a clean sweep against the European team in their two-match mini-match.
Men's FIH Pro League: India overcome tough challenge from Ireland for 3-1 win
Bhubaneswar, Feb 21: India fought back from a 0-1 deficit to win 3-1 against Ireland in the ongoing men's FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 at the world-class Kalinga Hockey Stadium here on Friday. It was an equaliser from Mandeep Singh (22') that set the tone of the match for India while Jarmanpreet Singh (45') and Sukhjeet Singh (58') helped the hosts take the lead. For Ireland, Jeremy Duncan (8') was the lone goal scorer.
Consistency vital for Indian Men's Hockey Team as it gear up to face Ireland in FIH Pro League 2024-25
Bhubaneswar, February 20: The Indian Men's Hockey Team will be aiming for consistency as it prepares to take on Ireland in their next set of matches in the FIH Pro League 2024-25. After a mixed start to their campaign, India are looking to build momentum and climb the points table with solid performances in the upcoming games, as per Hockey India press release.
Indian Men's Hockey Team eyes winning momentum as it prepares to lock horns with Germany in FIH Pro League
Bhubaneswar, February 17: After a mixed start to their FIH Pro League 2024-25 campaign, the Indian Men's Hockey Team, led by Captain Harmanpreet Singh, is ready to take on Germany in its upcoming matches at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium here.
FIH Hockey Pro League: India stun Spain 2-0
Bhubaneswar, February 16: Indian men's hockey team avenged their 1-3 loss in the opening game with a stunning 2-0 win against Spain at the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 (Men) being held at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Sunday.
'We rectified the mistakes of the first game': Defender Amit Rohidas on India's 2-0 triumph over Spain
Bhubaneswar, Feb 16: The Indian Men's Hockey Team bounced back in style, securing a 2-0 victory over Spain in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar. after suffering a 1-3 defeat in the opening match, India produced a stellar performance on Sunday, much to the delight of the home crowd.
Indian Men's Hockey team ready for litmus test at FIH Pro League 2024-25
Bhubaneswar, February 14: The Indian Men's Hockey Team, currently ranked fifth in the world, is all set to kickstart their highly anticipated FIH Pro League 2024-25 campaign at the iconic Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar.
Indian men's hockey team ready for litmus test at FIH Pro League 2024-25
Bhubaneswar, Feb 14: The Indian men’s hockey team, currently ranked fifth in the world, is all set to kickstart their highly anticipated FIH Pro League 2024-25 campaign at the iconic Kalinga Hockey Stadium here on Saturday.
Winning Arjuna Award is an honour: Abhishek Nain reflects on his journey, future goals
By Diptayan Hazra, Rourkela, January 23: Indian hockey player Abhishek Nain shared his inspiring journey, challenges, and aspirations after being honored with the prestigious Arjuna Award.
Jarmanpreet Singh feels proud after receiving prestigious Arjuna Award
By Vivek Prabhakar Singh, New Delhi, January 17: After being felicitated with the prestigious Arjuna Award, Indian men's hockey player and Olympic medalist Jarmanpreet Singh said that he is feeling proud after receiving the award.