Hockey

Rich history and a future hotbed of sport: How Rajgir Sports Complex is redefining Bihar’s place on Indian sporting map

Spread in about 90 acres and built with an investment to the tune of Rs 750 crore, the Rajgir Sports Complex – currently hosting the Men's Hockey Asia Cup – stands out not just in terms of world-class facilities for 24 sports, but also for housing the residential Bihar Sports University.

Coach Fulton's animated chat does the trick as win over Malaysia restores India’s self belief

Coach Craig Fulton looked pretty animated as he gathered players around him in the quarter break after India conceded a goal to Malaysia inside two minutes. The result? The next 15 minutes were the best of the game for India, and the momentum decisively shifted towards the home team.

Rain, roaring crowd and smart Koreans: Indian hockey team undone by fierce obstacles in Asia Cup Super 4 opener

'India should have scored 5-6 goals' against Korea, Mandeep Singh said, as Indian hockey team were held to a thrilling 2-2 draw by Korea in the Super 4 opener of Asia Cup Hockey 2025 in Rajgir.

India vs Korea Highlights, Men's Hockey Asia Cup 2025: India, South Korea share points as Super 4 match ends in a draw

India vs South Korea, Men's Hockey Asia Cup 2025 Highlights: The Super 4 match ended in a 2-2 draw as Mandeep Singh’s late goal helped India level the scores, but they couldn’t find the winner despite having a statistical advantage throughout the game.

Asia Cup Hockey: Goal fest vs Kazakhstan masks India’s forward worries as they gear up for tricky Super 4s

The Indian hockey team ran riot against Kazakhstan with 15 goals, but the big win shouldn’t hide their goal-scoring concerns. As they enter the Asia Cup Hockey Super 4s, tougher tests await, with Malaysia in particular looming as a formidable opponent.

Ruthless India demolish Kazakhstan 15-0, storm into Men's Hockey Asia Cup Super 4s with hat-trick of wins

Abhishek led the way with four goals while Sukhjeet Singh and Jugraj Singh fired hat-tricks and five others found the net as the tournament hosts annihilated Kazakhstan to top Pool A and advance to the next round with three wins in as many outings.

Harmanpreet's India survive 'silly mistakes,' humidity threat to edge past Japanese storm in Asia Cup hockey

India defeated Japan and secured a place in the ‘Super 4’ stage of the Asia Cup. But the scoreline could have been much better than 3-2, had the field-goal chances been converted.

‘I am swimming in sweat’: Teams get innovative to counter furnace-like Asia Cup weather in Rajgir

The Men’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025 in Rajgir, Bihar is getting tougher due to heat and humidity. Teams are finding new ways to stay fit and hydrated amid the scorching heat.

Pakistan's participation in Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup in India confirmed by Hockey India

Pakistan's participation in the 2025 FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup in Tamil Nadu, India has been confirmed by Hockey India. India and Pakistan are in the same pool as part of the expanded 24-team tournament.

Harmanpreet the 'sitara' as India survive China scare, Rajgir humidity to begin Asia Cup on winning note

Captain Harmanpreet Singh turned out to be the sitara (star) around whom India pivoted as the Chinese challenge turned out to be stiffer than expected for the length of the game.

Bruised in Europe, India eye redemption at Asia Cup hockey in Rajgir’s world-class complex

The Indian hockey team are firm favourites to win the Asia Cup 2025 as the Rajgir Sports Complex gets ready to host Harmanpreet Singh and Co for the first time. But we mustn’t forget, continental tournaments often spring a surprise.

India vs Pakistan matches confirmed for 2025-26 FIH Pro League

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) on Thursday confirmed that the Pakistan men’s hockey team has accepted the invitation to participate in the 2025-26 season of the Pro League.

Asia Cup hockey 2025 schedule, squads, teams, match dates, venues and Live Streaming details: All you need to know

The 12th edition of the Men's Asia Cup hockey tournament is scheduled to be held from August 29 to September 7. The tournament will take place in Rajgir, Bihar. South Korea will enter the quadrennial tournament as defending champion.

Pakistan Hockey seeks another Pro League extension amid financial struggles; government aid to come with major caveats

The 12 August deadline passed long ago, but the Pakistan Hockey Federation has still not managed to arrange the financial support needed to take part in the FIH Pro League. The Pakistan government is ready to help, but only under a major condition.