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Hockey India League: Needing to win by 7 goals for a miraculous top-four finish, Soorma Hockey Club fall agonisingly short with 6-1 victory vs SG Pipers | Hockey News

Hockey India League: Needing to win by 7 goals for a miraculous top-four finish, Soorma Hockey Club fall agonisingly short with 6-1 victory vs SG Pipers | Hockey News

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Harmanpreet Singh stood bent double, disappointment writ large on his face. In a season of highs and lows, somehow Soorma Hockey Club gave themselves a chance. A miniscule chance, but chance nonetheless. They needed to win by seven goals to snatch fourth place away from HIL Governing Council. In front of them were SG Pipers who had endured yet another wretched season, so it wasn’t out of the realm of possibilities. In the end though, Soorma could manage “only” a 6–1 victory against Pipers in the final Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) group stage match. Soorma made a high-intensity start, led by Jeremy Hayward’s (2’, 7’, 34’, 45’) thunderous drag flicks and a counter-attacking strike from Lucas Martinez (11’). Nicolas Keenan (47’) later helped Soorma move into touching distance of qualification in the final quarter but the Pipers held on in the dying minutes to break Soorma’s hopes of advancing to the Qualifiers. Soorma began the game on the front foot, forcing the Pipers back early and earning a penalty corner within the opening minutes. …

Hyderabad Toofans beat HIL GC to enter top three; Soorma shock table-toppers in Men’s HIL

Hyderabad Toofans beat HIL GC to enter top three; Soorma shock table-toppers in Men’s HIL

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Hyderabad Toofans strengthened their playoff push with a tense 3-2 victory over HIL GC in their final league match of the Men’s Hockey India League 2025-26 at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday. The result lifted the Toofans to third place on the points table, keeping their qualification hopes alive. Despite HIL GC enjoying early possession, Hyderabad struck first through Zachary Wallace, whose sixth-minute penalty corner effort deflected past goalkeeper James Mazarelo. The lead was short-lived as Kane Russell responded with a drag-flick from HIL GC’s first penalty corner two minutes later. The opening quarter remained lively, with Amandeep Lakra restoring Hyderabad’s advantage through another well-executed set piece to make it 2-1. The Toofans extended their lead in the second quarter when Shilanand Lakra finished from close range after sustained pressure. HIL GC remained threatening and reduced the deficit early in the third quarter, with Russell converting his second penalty corner goal of the match. The final quarter saw HIL GC pile on the pressure, including 18 circle entries, but Hyderabad’s defence held …

Hyderabad Toofans beat HIL GC 3-2 in must-win last league match and all but seal playoffs spot; Soorma HC keep slim hopes alive

Hyderabad Toofans beat HIL GC 3-2 in must-win last league match and all but seal playoffs spot; Soorma HC keep slim hopes alive

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With their tournament on the line, Hyderabad Toofans registered a narrow 3-2 victory against HIL GC in their last league stage match of the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Tuesday. Last edition’s finalists Hyderabad Toofans moved into third place with this win and their healthy goal difference should see them hold on to a place in the top four. Zachary Wallace, Amandeep Lakra and Shilanand Lakra were on target for Hyderabad, while Kane Russell scored a brace for HIL GC to continue his amazing run of form. In the day’s second match, Soorma Hockey Club handed Kalinga Lancers their first defeat of the season, winning 2-1. Playing in their final league match, the table-topping Lancers were unable to break down a resilient Soorma side, whose composure kept their slim playoff aspirations alive. Jeetpal (23’) and Vivek Sagar Prasad (38″) scored for Soorma as they secured three points and moved to sixth place in the table. Soorma, who have one more match to come against bottom-placed SG Pipers, can still …

Soorma beat Hyderabad Toofans in shootout

Soorma beat Hyderabad Toofans in shootout

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Soorma Hockey Club registered a thrilling 3-1 shootout victory against Hyderabad Toofans after a 1-1 draw in regulation time in the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai on Friday. Captain Harmanpreet Singh (20′) scored the goal for JSW Soorma Hockey Club and Amandeep Lakra (46′) was the goalscorer for Hyderabad Toofans. The first quarter saw a lot of circle entries and chances but the defenders on both sides were resilient and stopped all the attacks. JSW Soorma Hockey Club started the game strong and won the first penalty corner in the third minute but Harmanpreet Singh’s attempt was stopped by the first rusher. Moments later, Soorma made two good attempts on goal as they piled on the pressure on Hyderabad Toofans but goalkeeper Bikramjit Singh made incredible back-to-back saves to deny them the opening goal. In the eighth minute, Hyderabad Toofans won three penalty corners in a row but Soorma’s backline did well to protect their goal. The game opened up in the second quarter as …

Hockey India League: Soorma HC sign off from women’s HIL with back-to-back wins, beat final-bound Bengal Tigers 3-2 | Hockey News

Hockey India League: Soorma HC sign off from women’s HIL with back-to-back wins, beat final-bound Bengal Tigers 3-2 | Hockey News

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Soorma Hockey Club signed off from the women’s Hockey India League 2025-26 campaign with a 3–2 victory over final-bound Shrachi Bengal Tigers at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi on Tuesday. Having been unable to find their A-game earlier in the season, last year’s finalists Soorma Hockey Club ended the league stage on a high to finish with six points. Although the match was a dead rubber, with Soorma already out of contention and the Tigers assured of a finals berth, both sides played with intensity and entertained the crowd with a closely fought contest that went down to the final moments. Soorma started on the front foot, pressing aggressively from the opening whistle and forcing the Tigers onto the back foot early. Olivia Shannon was at the heart of Soorma’s attacking play and nearly created an opening in the fourth minute, though the scoreline remained unchanged. Skipper Salima Tete then went close with a shot that sailed just over the goalkeeper, before Shannon tested Tigers captain Jennifer Rizzo in …

Soorma Hockey Club ends Women’s HIL campaign with a win over Shrachi Bengal Tigers

Soorma Hockey Club ends Women’s HIL campaign with a win over Shrachi Bengal Tigers

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Soorma Hockey Club concluded their Women’s Hockey India League 2025–26 season on a positive note with a hard-fought 3–2 win over finalists Shrachi Bengal Tigers at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi on Tuesday. Although the fixture had no bearing on the final standings, with Soorma already out of contention and the Tigers assured of a place in the title clash, both sides produced an intense and competitive contest. Sonam delivered a standout performance for Soorma and was named Player of the Match for her influential role in the victory. Soorma set the tempo early, pressing aggressively and keeping the Tigers under sustained pressure. Their attacking intent was rewarded in the 10th minute when Sonam capitalised from close range to give the Ranchi-based side a deserved lead. The Tigers attempted to respond through phases of possession but were unable to breach Soorma’s disciplined defensive structure before the break. The Tigers found their equaliser in the third quarter through league top-scorer Agustina Gorzelany, who converted a penalty corner to restore parity. …

Hockey India League: Harmanpreet Singh nearly pulls off inspirational comeback for Soorma HC but Tamil Nadu Dragons prevail 3-2 | Hockey News

Hockey India League: Harmanpreet Singh nearly pulls off inspirational comeback for Soorma HC but Tamil Nadu Dragons prevail 3-2 | Hockey News

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It was nearly an inspirational one-man show by Harmanpreet Singh but Soorma Hockey Club fell short in the end against Tamil Nadu Dragons in another five-goal thriller at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium in Egmore on Tuesday. Dragons were the better side in the first half and scored twice in three minutes before half-time, with Selvaraj Kanagaraj (28′) and Uttam Singh (30′) on target from close range. A moment of magic saw Harmanpreet throw a long aerial from deep defense with five seconds to go in Q3 to set up Maninder Singh (45′). The Dragons restored their two-goal lead with a blistering counterattack early in Q4 finished by Blake Govers (47′). Harmanpreet (58′) won and converted a PC with two minutes to go but Soorma couldn’t manage an equaliser in the dying seconds. Soorma began the match with patient possession in their own half, but the Dragons pressed high and forced an early save from goalkeeper Vincent Vanasch inside the first minute. The intensity rose as the game progressed in the second quarter. The breakthrough came …

Men’s HIL: Tamil Nadu Dragons beat Soorma Hockey Club; climb to top of table

Men’s HIL: Tamil Nadu Dragons beat Soorma Hockey Club; climb to top of table

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Tamil Nadu Dragons moved to the top of the 2025 Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) table with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Soorma Hockey Club at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium on Tuesday. Dominant for much of the match, the Dragons were pushed to the limit in the closing stages as Soorma mounted a late fightback, but the hosts held firm to claim an important win. Selvaraj Kanagaraj (28’), Uttam Singh (30’) and Blake Govers (47’) scored for the Dragons, while Maninder Singh (45’) and captain Harmanpreet Singh (58’) kept Soorma in contention until the final moments. Soorma began the match with patient possession in their own half, but the Dragons pressed high and forced an early save from goalkeeper Vincent Vanasch inside the first minute. Both teams entered the circle regularly but struggled to create clear chances. Dragons captain Amit Rohidas carried the ball forward in the 10th minute but found no support. The Dragons earned the first penalty corner in the 12th minute, which Soorma defended well through Victor Wegnez. Harjeet was later …

Soorma Hockey Club notch first win of Women’s HIL season with victory over Ranchi Royals

Soorma Hockey Club notch first win of Women’s HIL season with victory over Ranchi Royals

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Soorma Hockey Club registered their maiden victory of the Women’s Hockey India League 2025–26 season with a hard-fought 2–1 win over Ranchi Royals at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi on Monday. Soorma made an ideal start to the contest, striking within the opening minute. After earning back-to-back penalty corners, Penny Squibb converted the second attempt with a precise drag-flick to give her side an early advantage. The Australian forward remained influential at both ends, producing a crucial goal-line clearance shortly after to preserve the lead as Ranchi attempted to respond. Ranchi Royals gradually settled into the contest and enjoyed a strong second quarter, pushing Soorma deep into their own half. Despite registering multiple circle entries and penalty corners, the hosts were unable to break through a well-organised Soorma defence, which maintained its shape and composure to ensure a 1–0 lead at the break. The pressure finally told after the interval. Ranchi found the equaliser in the 35th minute when Hannah Cotter carved through the defence and set up Agostina …

Hockey India League: Soorma Hockey Club register their first win in the women’s edition this season; SG Pipers qualify for final | Hockey News

Hockey India League: Soorma Hockey Club register their first win in the women’s edition this season; SG Pipers qualify for final | Hockey News

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It took four matches and the departure of their head coach Jude Menezes but Soorma Hockey Club finally registered their first win of the women’s Hockey India League season, beating Ranchi Royals 2-1 in Ranchi on Monday. Penny Squibb (1’) and Olivia Shannon (39’) scored Soorma, while Agostina Alonso (35’) netted the solitary goal for Ranchi Royals, who’s hopes of reaching the final took a severe blow after back-to-back defeats. This reversal leaves them in third spot with just one match to go against table-topping SG Pipers, who have in turn confirmed their place in the final thanks to Soorma’s win. Soorma came flying out of the blocks, earning a couple of penalty corners within the first minute. They capitalised on the second attempt with dragflicker Squibb finding the back of the net to give her side an early lead. The Australian then made her presence felt at the defensive end with an epic diving goal-line clearance in the fourth minute, keeping Soorma’s lead intact. Royals pushed back to try and get back on level …