Womens HIL 2025: The much anticipated inaugural Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) is set to kick off on January 12, 2025, in Ranchi, Jharkhand, promising a thrilling showdown of talent and fierce competition. Following in the footsteps of the Men’s HIL, this historic event will feature four elite teams, battling it out in a double roundrobin format, culminating in a grand final on January 26, 2025.
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Womens HIL 2025: Teams, Squads, Venue, Live Streaming & Everything You Need to Know
Teams and Captains
The Women’s HIL will showcase four powerhouse teams, each led by seasoned captains and backed by renowned international coaches.
- Soorma Hockey Club
- Captains: Co-captains Savita Punia and Salima Tete
- Coach: Jude Menezes, former Olympian and ex-Japan women’s team coach
- Delhi SG Pipers
- Captain: Navneet Kaur
- Vice-Captain: Emma Puvrez (Belgium)
- Coach: Dave Smolenaars (Netherlands)
- Odisha Warriors
- Captain: Neha Goyal
- Vice-Captain: Ishika Chaudhary
- Coach: Janneke Schopman, former head coach of India’s women’s team
- Rarh Bengal Tigers
- Captain: Udita Duhan
- Coach: Glenn Turner (Australia), a two-time World Cup winner
Womens HIL 2025 Tournament Format and Schedule
The tournament will follow a double round-robin format, with each team playing against the others twice. The top two teams at the end of the league stage will qualify for the final.
Here’s the full schedule:
| Date | Match | Time (IST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Jan 2025 | Delhi SG Pipers vs Odisha Warriors | 8:40 PM | Ranchi |
| 13 Jan 2025 | Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers vs Soorma HC | 6:00 PM | Ranchi |
| 14 Jan 2025 | Delhi SG Pipers vs Shrachi Tigers | 6:00 PM | Ranchi |
| 15 Jan 2025 | Odisha Warriors vs Soorma HC | 6:00 PM | Ranchi |
| 17 Jan 2025 | Delhi SG Pipers vs Soorma HC | 8:15 PM | Rourkela |
| 26 Jan 2025 | Finals | 8:15 PM | Ranchi |
Most matches will be held at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf Stadium, Ranchi, with two matches scheduled in Rourkela.
Womens HIL 2025 Prize Money
The stakes are high, with a massive INR 1.5 crore reserved for the champions. The runners up will take home INR 1 crore, while the third placed team will earn INR 50 lakh.
Womens HIL 2025 Live Streaming & Telecast Details
Cricket isn’t the only sport that’ll keep you glued to your screens this January. Catch the Women’s HIL action live on Sony Sports Network and DD Sports. Fans can also stream the matches live on Sony LIV.
Women’s HIL 2025 Squads
Each team boasts a blend of Indian and international stars. Here’s a look at the squads:
Delhi SG Pipers
- Defenders: Emma Puvrez (Belgium), Stephanie De Groof (Belgium), Giselle Anne Ansley (Great Britain)
- Midfielders: Xan Gerdien De Waard (Netherlands), Khaidem Shileima Chanu
- Forwards: Navneet Kaur, Charlotte Watson (Great Britain), Mumtaz Khan
- Goalkeepers: Bichu Devi Kharibam, Elodie Picard (Belgium)
Odisha Warriors
- Defenders: Ishika Chaudhary, Claire Colwil (Australia), Lilly Paulin Stoffelsma (Germany)
- Midfielders: Neha Goyal, Yibbi Jansen (Netherlands), Kaitlin Jaye Nobbs (Australia)
- Forwards: Freeke Georgette Marie (Netherlands), Michelle Fillet (Netherlands)
- Goalkeepers: Jocelyn Bartram (Australia), Madhuri Kindo
Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers
- Defenders: Udita, Upton Roisin (Ireland), Marina Lalramnghaki
- Midfielders: Eva Roma Maria de Goede (Netherlands), Sarah Hawkshaw (Ireland)
- Forwards: Vandana Katariya, Lalremsiami, Beauty Dung Dung
- Goalkeepers: Grace O Hanlon (New Zealand), Jennifer Rizzo (USA)
Soorma Hockey Club
- Defenders: Nikki Pradhan, Penny Squibb (Australia)
- Midfielders: Salima Tete, Maria Verschoor
- Forwards: Sharmila Devi, Charlotte Englebert (Belgium)
- Goalkeepers: Savita Punia, Natalia Salvador (Chile)
Why Women’s HIL Matters
The Women’s Hockey India League is not just another tournament; it is a landmark event for women’s hockey in India. It provides a platform for young players to showcase their skills alongside international stars, further boosting the growth of the sport.
With the tournament happening in a World Cup year, all eyes will be on players like Salima Tete, Vandana Katariya, and Navneet Kaur, who will look to carry their stellar form into the league.
FAQs
When does the Women’s HIL start?
The Women’s HIL begins on January 12, 2025, in Ranchi
Where can I watch the matches?
Matches will be telecasted on Sony Sports Network and DD Sports and live streamed on Sony LIV
