After a 4-4 draw over the four quarters, Ranchi Royals emerged victorious over HIL GC, beating them 4-1 in shootout in a thrilling Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) clash at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Monday. With the two points earned, Royals moved ahead of HIL GC on the points table into second place. Araijeet Singh Hundal (19′, 32′), Sam Lane (42′) and Tom Boon (57′) were the goalscorers for Ranchi Royals, while Lalit Kumar Upadhyay (25′, 53′), Kane Russell (36′) and Sudeep Chirmako (39′) scored the goals for HIL GC. In the shootout, Vishnukant Singh, Sam Lane, Maxime van Oost and Tom Boon scored from their attempts for the Royals. Royals started the game strong and made consecutive circle entries in the very first minute, Mandeep Singh was through on goal but James Mazarelo of HIL GC made a crucial save to keep it level. The rest of the quarter saw HIL GC regroup and hold possession, however, they couldn’t find clear chances on goal due to the Royals’ tight defence. The first penalty …