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Savita Punia becomes India's most-capped women's hockey player

Savita Punia achieved the milestone of becoming India's most-capped women's hockey player. She surpassed Vandana Katariya's previous record of 320 senior international appearances. Punia reached this landmark during the ongoing Asian Games in Japan. Hockey India announced a cash reward of ten lakh rupees for her achievement. Her career highlights…

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Asian Games 2026: Deepika Sehrawat scores 8 goals as India maul Uzbekistan 19-0 in women's hockey

Deepika Sehrawat produced a record-breaking eight-goal blitz as the Indian women’s hockey team demolished Uzbekistan 19-0 in its Asian Games opener. The 22-year-old registered the best individual performance by an Indian woman in a single Asian Games match, while veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia marked her 320th international appearance to become…

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Improving defence and attacking units can make big difference in Asian Games: Hockey coach Sjoerd Marijne

The Indian women's hockey team aims for a brighter medal at the Asian Games. Coach Sjoerd Marijne emphasizes strengthening defence and sharpening goal-scoring skills. Players are working on unit defence and creating more attacking opportunities. The team learned valuable lessons from the recent Hockey World Cup experience. Preparations include intense…

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Hockey India announces cash reward for women's team after fifth-place World Cup finish

Hockey India awarded fifty lakh rupees to the women's hockey team. This recognition celebrates their historic fifth-place finish at the FIH Hockey Women's World Cup. The team secured this achievement with a three-one victory over Germany. This marks the best World Cup result for India since nineteen seventy-four. The team…

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Future perfect for India women’s hockey after World Cup turnaround: Savita Punia

The result marked a strong turnaround for India, who had failed to make the cut for the Paris Olympics 2024 and also had a tearful exit from the semi-final race at the recently-concluded World Cup here. The experienced Savita, who has 319 international caps, in an interview to PTI, says…

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Tears, heartbreak as India's women's hockey World Cup medal dream ends agonisingly

The Indian women's hockey team's World Cup semifinal dreams ended in heartbreak. A goalless draw against Australia eliminated them on goal difference. Players expressed deep disappointment after missing this significant opportunity. Coach Sjoerd Marijne also conveyed his sadness regarding the outcome. The team now prepares to compete for fifth place…

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Hockey World Cup 2026 schedule: Check full men’s and women’s matches, timings and where to watch in India

India's men's and women's hockey teams commence their World Cup journeys on August 15 and 16. Both squads compete in Pool D, facing strong international opposition in their opening matches. Captain Harmanpreet Singh leads the men's team, aiming for a historic World Cup victory. The women's team, under Salima Tete,…

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Indian women's hockey team has real chance of a podium finish in World Cup: Goalkeeper Savita Punia

India's FIH Nations Cup victory provides significant confidence for the upcoming World Cup. Veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia believes the team can challenge global competitors. Recent Pro League matches demonstrated India's capability against top international sides. Players now take greater ownership of their fitness and preparation for matches. This marks Punia's…

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No sweets till LA28: India's women hockey stars embrace Olympic sacrifice

The Indian women's hockey team has adopted a strict diet, avoiding sweets and fast food. This disciplined approach supports their focus on the FIH World Cup and Asian Games. Players maintain high fitness standards, a change from previous Olympic campaigns. Their commitment is self-motivated, aiming for podium finishes in major…

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Harmanpreet Singh, Savita Punia win men's and women's HI Player of the Year awards

NEW DELHI: India captain Harmanpreet Singh and senior goalkeeper Savita Punia clinched the Hockey India Balbir Singh Senior Player of the Year award in the men's and women's categories, respectively, on Saturday. Harmanpreet spearheaded India to their second consecutive bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. He was also part…

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FIH Pro League: Indian men script first win at home, beat Spain 2-0

BHUBANESWAR: The Indian men's hockey team came back from their opening loss in style to beat Spain 2-0 in the FIH Pro League on Sunday.

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Change of guard in women's hockey team: Salima replaces Savita as skipper

Salima Tete replaces Savita Punia as captain of Indian women's hockey squad for FIH Pro League.

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Australian aggression can be countered with better innovative passing: Rupinder Pal Singh

Former Indian hockey player Rupinder Pal Singh believes the men's team can counter Australia's aggressive style with innovative passing.

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Hockey India prunes 60-member women's national camp to 33-member core group

Hockey India announced its 33-member list of women core probables, featuring experienced players like goalkeeper Savita Punia and forward Vandana Katariya, alongside several fresh faces. This pruned group will undergo training in Bengaluru until May 16 in preparation for the upcoming FIH Pro League fixtures.

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Some old and lots of new faces in Hockey India's 60-strong women's assessment squad

Hockey India's 60-player assessment squad includes veterans and new faces for future coaching camps and international tours.

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Sreejesh, Savita, Harmanpreet in contention for multiple honours at Hockey India awards

Hockey India unveils nominees for annual awards, including Player of the Year honors for top performers.

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It still hurts, haven't been able to get over it: Savita Punia on lost Olympic dream

Indian women’s hockey captain Savita Punia has been an emotional wreck ever since the team failed to qualify for Paris Olympics, a massive downfall after the superb fourth-place finish in Tokyo just three years ago

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India women's hockey team outwits USA 3-1 in FIH Pro League

BHUBANESWAR: Indian women produced a flawless effort to outwit United States 3-1 and end this leg of the FIH Pro League on a winning note on Friday.

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Fit-again Vandana Katariya returns to India women's hockey team for FIH Pro League

Reeling from the setback of missing out on the Paris Olympics, the Indian women's hockey team, led by Savita Punia and comprising 24 members, is determined to embark on a fresh journey in the upcoming FIH Pro League matches.

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We don't fear Germany, we're confident in our abilities: Savita Punia

The top three teams from each of the qualifiers will secure their places in the Paris Olympics next year.

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A bronze finish for Savita's hockey girls

A gold lost on Thursday but a bronze won on Saturday. The gloom in the Indian women's hockey camp made way for cheers as Savita Punia and her team eked out a hard-fought 2-1 win over Japan to win the bronze. Incidentally, the two teams had met in the final…

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Asian Games: Indian women's hockey team signs off with bronze after beating Japan 2-1

NEW DELHI: Entering the tournament as favourites, the Indian women's hockey team faced an unexpected setback in the semis but bounced back strongly on Saturday to earn a 2-1 win over defending champions Japan to clinch the bronze medal at the Asian Games in Hangzhou.

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Hangzhou Asian Games hockey | Indian women beat defending champion Japan; clinch bronze

Indian women's hockey team rose from shock semifinal loss to edge past Japan 2-1 and claim bronze at Asian Games. Ranked 7th, they avenged 2018 defeat and earned fourth bronze medal. Deepika scored from penalty stroke, Sushila from set piece and Japan equalised from penalty corner.

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Asian Games: India, South Korea play out 1-1 draw in women's hockey

NEW DELHI: The Indian women's hockey team was on Sunday held to a 1-1 draw by South Korea in their the Asian Games pool A in Hangzhou. Despite the draw, Savita Punia and co. maintained their undefeated run in the competition and continued to lead their pool.

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Sangita hits hat-trick as India blank Singapore 13-0 in Asian Games women's hockey

Young striker Sangita Kumari slammed a hat-trick as a dominant Indian women’s hockey team scored goals at will to thrash lowly Singapore 13-0 in its opening Pool A match at the Asian Games

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