The Indian women’s hockey team led by Salima Tete has left for Australia to compete in a five-match friendly series starting April 26 in Perth, an engagement that will be crucial preparation for the side ahead of the FIH Pro League’s European leg in June. The team left late on Sunday night. The series will…
Following the conclusion of the 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2025 in Jhansi, Indian men’s hockey team coach Craig Fulton expressed optimism about the depth and quality of talent on display as the team begins preparations for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025. Fulton, who closely monitored the competition, highlighted the competitiveness of the…
Pooja Yadav, a 21-year-old from the outskirts of Varanasi, has scripted history by becoming the first woman from the Purvanchal region to earn a call-up to the Indian women’s hockey team. She has been named in the 26-member squad for the upcoming tour of Australia from April 26 to May 4 at the Perth Hockey…
Punjab was on Tuesday crowned the champion of the 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2025 after defeating Madhya Pradesh 4-1 in Division ‘A’. Also, Uttar Pradesh secured the third position after winning 5-1 against Manipur. In the final, Jugraj Singh (30’, 49’) scored a couple of goals, displaying experience of playing in high-octane…
India announced a 26-member women’s hockey squad for the upcoming Australia tour, with Salima Tete as captain and five players in line for their senior team debut. Here’s all you need to know: When is the Australia tour? 26th April to 4th May 2025 All matches at Perth Hockey Stadium Who will India play? 2…
Madhya Pradesh and Punjab won their semifinal matches in the 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2025 in Jhansi and are one step away from lifting the coveted title. In the first match, MP defeated Manipur 5-3 to seal its spot in the grand finale. Captain Yousuf Affan (5’, 34’) and Ali Ahmad (7’,…
BILLIARDS Pankaj Advani wins silver medal at WBL World Matchplay Billiards Championship Pankaj Advani, India’s most decorated cueist, settled for a silver medal after a narrow defeat against David Causier in the final of the WBL World Matchplay Billiards Championship in New Delhi. In a best-of-15 contest, where fortunes swung from one side to another,…
Mornings in Lahore are unhurried. As the city slowly stirs to life, a steaming cup of doodh patti tea, flaky parathas, and a serving of halwa are breakfast staples. But Shahbaz Ahmed Sr. is an early riser, known for his punctuality. It was no surprise that he arrived at the roof-top cafe on MM Alam…
HOCKEY Madhya Pradesh defeated Punjab 3-2, while Karnataka overcame Puducherry by an identical margin in Division A to enter the quarterfinals of the 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship here on Thursday. Captain Yousuf Affan (4’) scored the first goal for Madhya Pradesh, followed by Mohit Karma (18’) and Saddam Ahmed (45’) as the…
The Indian Women’s Hockey Team is ready for a five-match tour of Australia. Here’s all you need to know about the key trip. Tour Dates: April 26 – May 4, 2025 Venue: Perth Hockey Stadium Match Schedule: April 26 & 27 – vs. Australia A May 1, 3 & 4 – vs. Australia (Senior Team) …
