Hockey India League 2024-25: Schedule, Men's and Women's Teams and Owners, Venues - All you need to Know

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After a pause of seven years, the Hockey India League (HIL) is poised for a grand return, marking the 2024-25 edition as a pivotal moment for the sport in India.

This comeback is unique as it introduces an exclusive league for women, running alongside the men's league for the first time. With eight teams for men and six for women, this development heralds a new chapter for Indian hockey, reflecting Hockey India's dedication to nurturing talent across genders and setting a new benchmark on the international stage.

The revival of the HIL signifies a leap forward, especially for women's hockey, offering a dedicated platform for female athletes to showcase their skills.

Hockey League India Teams

The anticipation for the league is further heightened by the disclosure of the teams and their owners, setting the stage for an intense competition. The men's league will feature teams owned by notable entities including Charles Group in Chennai, Yadu Sports in Luckicknow, and JSW Sports in Punjab, among others.

The women's league will see teams from Haryana, West Bengal, and Delhi, to name a few, with JSW Sports and Shrachi Sports backing teams in both leagues. The remaining women's franchises will be unveiled following the conclusion of ongoing legal formalities.

HIL Men's Teams and Owners

Chennai - Charles Group
Lucknow - Yadu Sports
Punjab - JSW Sports
West Bengal - Shrachi Sports
Delhi - SG Sports and Entertainment
Odisha - Vedanta Limited
Hyderabad - Resolute Sports
Ranchi - Navoyam Sports Ventures Private Limited

HIL Women's Teams and Owners

Haryana - JSW Sports
West Bengal - Shrachi Sports
Delhi - SG Sports and Entertainment
Odisha - Navoyam Sports Ventures Private Limited

A pivotal aspect of the HIL 2024-25 is the player auction slated for mid-October in New Delhi, where franchises will assemble their squads. Each team is expected to have a mix of at least 16 Indian players, including four junior players, and eight international stars, ensuring a blend of local and global talent.

Hockey India League 2024-25 Venues

The league's schedule has been set, with the inaugural match kicking off on 28th December in Rourkela, and the competition spanning across two venues - the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astroturf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi and the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela.

The women's and men's finals are slated for 26th January 2025 and 1st February 2025, respectively, promising a thrilling end to the tournament. The introduction of shootouts for tied games ensures a decisive outcome for each match, adding to the excitement.

Franchise owners have openly expressed their enthusiasm for being part of this historic edition of the HIL, underlining the league's importance as a milestone for Indian hockey.