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FIH Pro League: India's ragged run continues

FIH Pro League: India's ragged run continues

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

In Manpreet's 400th international game, India suffer sixth consecutive defeat

India invited for hockey 'Mini WC'

India invited for hockey 'Mini WC'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2004

The Indian hockey team has been invited for the first Mini World Cup by hosts Netherlands.

Fulton banks on experience as India target Asia Cup, WC spot

Fulton banks on experience as India target Asia Cup, WC spot

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'We haven't won the tournament for a while and the objective is to be No.1 in Asia and we will be pushing hard for the next 10 days.'

PIX: Kolkata Bids Emotional Adieu To Dr Vece Paes

PIX: Kolkata Bids Emotional Adieu To Dr Vece Paes

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Dr. Vece Paes laid to rest as Ganguly, Tirkey join mourners in funeral procession

Do you think Hockey India League will bring back glory?

Do you think Hockey India League will bring back glory?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

Indian hockey team captain Sardar Singh, who is leading Delhi Waveriders in the inaugural Hockey India League, said that the five-team HIL is a historical event and it would help in restoring the lost glory of the game.

Brasa keen to continue working with Indian hockey

Brasa keen to continue working with Indian hockey

Rediff.com8 Nov 2010

He is miffed with the system here and considers it to be the toughest challenge he is facing. But chief hockey coach Jose Brasa still wants to prolong his association with the Indian team.

From victim of TV sting to Olympic medallist: Lalit's journey to stardom

From victim of TV sting to Olympic medallist: Lalit's journey to stardom

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

India men's hockey team striker Lalit Upadhyay has worked hard to rebuild his career and considers all the setbacks as blessings in disguise.

No Pakistan at Asia Cup? Government advisory holds the key

No Pakistan at Asia Cup? Government advisory holds the key

Rediff.com14 May 2025

In the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives and injured many, the government ordered all Pakistani nationals to leave the country and revoked their visas.

Why India are contenders to win hockey WC

Why India are contenders to win hockey WC

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

India have won three medals in the World Cup so far -- a third place finish in the inaugural edition in 1971, followed by a silver in 1973 and gold in 1975 at Kuala Lumpur.

'Indian hockey is down on tactics'

'Indian hockey is down on tactics'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2005

Salima Tete wins AHF Emerging Women's Player of the Year

Salima Tete wins AHF Emerging Women's Player of the Year

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

The Indian Women's Hockey Team midfielder Salima Tete was honoured with the AHF Emerging Player of the Year Award.

Harmanpreet heroics not enough as India fall to Argentina

Harmanpreet heroics not enough as India fall to Argentina

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Sloppy defending cost the Indian men's hockey team dearly as it went down 3-4 to Argentina

Our hockey is dead, says Claudius

Our hockey is dead, says Claudius

Rediff.com12 Aug 2012

A veteran of four consecutive Olympics, legendary Leslie Claudius, bemoaned the disastrous display of the Indian hockey team in the London Olympics where it touched its nadir and finished last, and said the national game is "dead".

Indian team can win Olympic medal in London: Brasa

Indian team can win Olympic medal in London: Brasa

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

The current Indian Hockey team has the potential to have a podium finish in the 2012 London Olympics but for this to happen the training system need to change, outgoing chief coach Jose Brasa said.

Dominant India thrash China, set up Asia Cup final vs Korea

Dominant India thrash China, set up Asia Cup final vs Korea

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Striker Abhishek struck a brace as a dominant Indian men's hockey team outplayed China 7-0 in their last Super 4s match to reach the final of the Asia Cup

Several good signs for Indian hockey: Nobbs

Several good signs for Indian hockey: Nobbs

Rediff.com9 Dec 2012

Disappointed he might be on missing out on a medal but India's hockey coach Michael Nobbs said there were several good signs for his team during the Champions Trophy in which it finished fourth after losing to Pakistan in the bronze medal playoff in Melbourne on Sunday.

India stunned by Germany in hockey opener

India stunned by Germany in hockey opener

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Olympic bronze-medallists India wasted chances galore to lose 0-2 to world champions Germany in the first hockey Test of the two-match series in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Women's Asian Champions Trophy: Nitish unveils logo, mascot

Women's Asian Champions Trophy: Nitish unveils logo, mascot

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

'The design of the logo of this competition is a symbol of the rich cultural heritage and all-round progress of glorious Bihar.'

Asian Champions Trophy Hockey: Indian women stun China 4-2; men lose

Asian Champions Trophy Hockey: Indian women stun China 4-2; men lose

Rediff.com2 Nov 2013

Indian hockey had something to cheer about. Poonam Rani struck twice as India scored an upset victory over higher-ranked China 4-2 in their opening match of the third Asian Women Champions Trophy hockey tournament at Kakamigahara, Japan on Saturday.

SEE: The emotional farewell that left everyone in tears

SEE: The emotional farewell that left everyone in tears

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

The event was distinguished by the presence of hockey legends, including former captains Sardar Singh, Dillip Tirkey and Mir Ranjan Negi, former coach Harendra Singh, and the entire bronze winning Indian team.

Chak De! India women stun Olympic champions Netherlands

Chak De! India women stun Olympic champions Netherlands

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The Indian women's hockey team stunned reigning Olympic champions Netherlands in the shootout after the two sides were locked 2-2 in regulation time.

Sahara sponsorship: Cricket's loss is hockey's gain

Sahara sponsorship: Cricket's loss is hockey's gain

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

They have snapped ties with cricket but the Sahara Group has renewed its association with Indian hockey signing a five-year sponsorship deal with Hockey India.

PIX: Cyclone Titli fails to dampen hockey stadium's inauguration

PIX: Cyclone Titli fails to dampen hockey stadium's inauguration

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

Cyclone 'Titli' did dampen the spirits of hockey fans to some extent but not veterans like Dilip Tirkey and Dhanraj Pillay who were excited about the exhibition match played, in Bhubaneswar, on Wednesday.

India kick off Johor Cup campaign with hard-fought win

India kick off Johor Cup campaign with hard-fought win

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Captain Rohit led by example with two goals as Indian junior men's hockey side opened their Sultan of Johor Cup campaign with a 3-2 win over Great Britain in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, on Saturday.

India sack hockey coach Rach

India sack hockey coach Rach

Rediff.com13 Dec 2004

The German was axed after the team slumped to fourth in the Champions Trophy hockey tournament.

India women get rousing reception in UK

India women get rousing reception in UK

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Women's cricket team gets rousing welcome at India House in London

Olympic gold-winning hockey legend Datt passes away

Olympic gold-winning hockey legend Datt passes away

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Two-time Olympic gold medal-winning hockey legend Keshav Datt died on Wednesday due to age-related ailments, marking the end of a glorious era in the sport.

Country gave me more: Sreejesh on Padma Bhushan

Country gave me more: Sreejesh on Padma Bhushan

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Padma Bhushan recipient PR Sreejesh, a legendary Indian hockey goalkeeper, expressed his gratitude for the honor, stating that India has given him more than what he has contributed to the sport.

After Asia Cup snub, Pakistan set to play in India

After Asia Cup snub, Pakistan set to play in India

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Pakistan opted out of the ongoing Asia Cup in Bihar following the military conflict between the two countries, citing security concerns.

'Paris Olympics will be launch-pad for rise of Indian sports'

'Paris Olympics will be launch-pad for rise of Indian sports'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

The Prime Minister termed the athletes as "India's soldiers of 2036 Olympics".

Carvalho promises aggressive hockey

Carvalho promises aggressive hockey

Rediff.com23 Mar 2007

You will see a different Indian team, said the newly-appointed Indian hockey coach.

Hockey: Hiring mental conditioning coach Harberl was key to India's turnaround

Hockey: Hiring mental conditioning coach Harberl was key to India's turnaround

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Seeking the services of American psychologist and mental conditioning coach Peter Harberl, following a disappointing Asian Games, has played a significant role in the Indian women's hockey team's turnaround in the ongoing FIH Olympic Qualifiers.

Great opportunity for youngsters to familiarise with play style: Harmanpreet

Great opportunity for youngsters to familiarise with play style: Harmanpreet

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

Captain Harmanpreet Singh wants the young Indian hockey players to get familiar with the playing styles of the best teams in the world during the FIH Pro League, and hoped the country would seal a direct qualification for the 2026 World Cup with a title-winning run in Bhubaneswar.

Australia hammer India 8-3 in tri-nation hockey

Australia hammer India 8-3 in tri-nation hockey

Rediff.com27 Oct 2011

It was a forgettable Diwali for the Indian hockey team at the Tri-Nation hockey tournament in Busselton, Australia.

Fans compare women's hockey coach Marijne to SRK

Fans compare women's hockey coach Marijne to SRK

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

As soon as soon as the Indian women's hockey team stunned Australia in the quarter-finals of the Tokyo Olympics and coach Sjoerd Marijne posted a picture with him and the team on Twitter, fans started comparing him to Kabir Khan and how the reel story of Chak de India transformed into a real story.

HIL: UP Rudras down Team Gonasika

HIL: UP Rudras down Team Gonasika

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Women's HIL: Odisha Warriors beat Soorma Hockey Club in shootout

Sreejesh slams IndiGo over extra charges for 'goalkeeper baggage'

Sreejesh slams IndiGo over extra charges for 'goalkeeper baggage'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

The airline demanded more than a thousand rupees for him to carry 41 inch hockey stick

Captain Chetri promises free-flowing hockey from India

Captain Chetri promises free-flowing hockey from India

Rediff.com26 Jul 2012

India captain Bharat Chetri promises to play free flowing hockey when the eight-time champions step on to the blue turf at the Riverbank arena, in London, against The Netherlands in their opening match of the London Olympics on July 30.

Hockey India rally behind captain Sardar

Hockey India rally behind captain Sardar

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Hockey India sought ten weeks' time to respond to the Delhi Commission for Women's notice on the allegations of sexual harassment against hockey captain Sardar Singh but firmly threw its weight behind the Indian captain by questioning the complainant's 'belated' charges.