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Hobart, February 25 The Indian men's hockey team ended a long losing streak in the FIH Pro League, defeating world No. 3 Australia 3-1 in a shootout after both sides were tied 1-1 at the end of regulation time, here on Wednesday.The match was a close contest between the two teams in the first...

Hobart, February 24. India fought hard, losing 3-4 in a shootout against Spain following a tense 1-1 draw in regulation time during the FIH Men’s Pro League 2025-26 leg in Hobart. Despite leading 1-0 until the 59th minute, thanks to a brilliant strike from Maninder Singh, a late equaliser from...

February 24, New Delhi – India fought valiantly in a shootout against Spain following a tense 0-0 draw in regulation time during the FIH Pro League's Hobart leg.Despite holding a 1-0 lead until the 59th minute, thanks to a brilliant goal by Maninder Singh, a late equalizer by Spain's Bruno...

Mumbai, February 24 – A disgruntled Pakistan hockey team departed for Egypt for World Cup qualifiers under the leadership of a coach who had been permanently banned for his mistakes in the previous global event the team participated in, a news report said on Tuesday.The players were unhappy...

Hobart, February 24 India's poor performance in the FIH Men's Pro League saw them lose 3-4 to Spain in a penalty shootout after a tense 1-1 draw in regulation time here on Tuesday.Despite holding a 1-0 lead until the 59th minute, thanks to a brilliant goal by Maninder Singh, India conceded a...

New Delhi, February 24 Past achievements won't guarantee selection, and players, regardless of their status, will have to fight for their place in what could be a make-or-break year for the Indian women's hockey team, its new coach Sjoerd Marijne has asserted.The Indian women's team is going...

Hobart, February 23 After a prolonged slump in the FIH Pro League, the Indian men's hockey team will aim to turn the tide when they face Spain in the return match on Tuesday, drawing confidence from the hard-earned lessons learned in the tense stalemate against Australia.India has had a tough...

Hobart, February 22 The Indian men's hockey team put up a much improved performance, but still lost to formidable Australia in the penalty shootout in their FIH Pro League match here on Sunday.The two teams were tied at 2-2 after full time, with Amit Rohidas (15th) and Jugraj Singh (43rd)...

Hobart, February 22 – The Indian Men’s Hockey Team narrowly lost 4-5 in a penalty shootout against the host, Australia, in the second game of the Hobart leg of the FIH Men’s Pro League 2025-26, which took place at the Tasmania Hockey Centre on Sunday.The match ended in a 2-2 draw after...

Hobart, February 21 India's hopes of a resurgence in the FIH Men's Pro League were dashed as they suffered a 0-2 defeat to Spain, continuing their downward spiral in form here on Saturday.Goals from Ignacio Abajo (6th minute) and Ignacio Cobos (36th) proved decisive as Spain combined clinical...

New Delhi, February 21 – The Indian Men’s Hockey Team suffered a 0-2 defeat against Spain in a closely contested match. Spain capitalized on their chances, while India, despite sustained attacking efforts, failed to convert promising opportunities. Goals from Ignacio Abajo (6') and Ignacio Cobos...

Lahore, February 20 The Pakistan government on Friday revoked the two-year ban imposed on national hockey team captain Ammad Shakeel Butt by the national federation (PHF), calling the move "illegal and unconstitutional".Just before resigning from his position as president of the Pakistan...

Lahore, February 20 The Pakistan government on Friday revoked the two-year ban imposed on national hockey team captain Ammad Shakeel Butt by the national federation (PHF), calling the move "illegal and unconstitutional".Just before resigning from his position as president of the Pakistan...

New Delhi, February 20 – The Indian hockey team is gearing up for a fresh start as they focus on the Hobart leg of the FIH Men’s Pro League 2025–26, scheduled from February 20 to 25 at the Tasmania Hockey Centre in Australia. Determined to bounce back and deliver improved performances, India...

Hobart, February 20 After a disappointing home defeat, the Indian men's hockey team will be eager to bounce back and start afresh under new captain Hardik Singh when it begins the FIH Pro League's overseas leg with a match against Spain here on Saturday.The Hobart leg of the series, which also...

New Delhi, Feb 18 – Angad Bir Singh, a forward for the Indian men’s hockey team, has been selected for the 24-member Indian squad for the Hobart leg of the 2025-26 FIH Pro League, marking his return to international competition after nearly a year. He last played for the senior team during the...

New Delhi, February 17 Legendary goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, whose contract as the chief coach of India's junior men's hockey team ended in December last year, has re-applied for the position, which is set to be decided in a fortnight.Sreejesh, a two-time Olympic bronze medallist, was appointed as...

New Delhi, February 17 Midfielder Hardik Singh was named captain of the struggling Indian men's hockey team for its FIH Pro League matches in Hobart from February 20 to 25, after regular captain Harmanpreet Singh opted out due to "personal reasons."The upcoming leg of the tournament will...

New Delhi, February 17 – Hockey India has announced the 24-member team for the FIH Men’s Pro League 2025–26 round in Hobart, to be held from February 20 to 25 at the Tasmania Hockey Centre in Hobart. This stage of the tournament will feature India, Spain, and the host nation, Australia, ensuring...

New Delhi, February 17 Midfielder Hardik Singh was named captain of the struggling Indian men's hockey team for its FIH Pro League matches in Hobart from February 20 to 25, after regular captain Harmanpreet Singh was left out "due to personal reasons."The upcoming leg of the tournament will...